PLANETARY EXPLORATION NEWSLETTER Volume 6, Number 35 (August 12, 2012) PEN Website: http://planetarynews.org Editor: Melissa Lane Co-Editors: Susan Benecchi, Mark V. Sykes Email: pen_editor at psi.edu o-------------------------TABLE OF CONTENTS---------------------------o 1. [NASA] Proposals Solicited for Use of Keck Telescopes 2. NASA Contractor Seeks Scientist for ROSES Program Management/ Technical Support 3. Planetary Geophysics Postdoctoral Fellowship 4. Volcano-Lithosphere Interactions on the Terrestrial Planets Postdoctoral Fellowship: Lunar and Planetary Institute 5. GSA Topical Sessions 6. NASA Postdoctoral Fellowships 7. [NASA] Due Date Delayed for Outer Planets Research (OPR) Program 8. Planetary Meeting Calendar Additions o---------------------------------------------------------------------o 1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1 [NASA] PROPOSALS SOLICITED FOR USE OF KECK TELESCOPES NASA is soliciting proposals to use the Keck Telescopes for the 2013A observing semester (February 2013 - July 2013). Use of the Keck telescopes will be highly strategic in support of on- going space missions and/or high priority, long term science goals. NASA Keck time is open to a wide range of disciplines including exoplanets and solar system topics, galactic, and extragalactic topics, cosmology and high energy astrophysics. There is limited time for observations based on public Kepler data or data obtained through the Kepler Guest Observer programs. Proposals are also sought in: (1) investigations in support of EXOPLANET EXPLORATION science goals and missions; (2) investigations of our own SOLAR SYSTEM; (3) investigations in support of COSMIC ORIGINS science goals and missions; (4) investigations in support of PHYSICS OF THE COSMOS science goals and missions; and (5) direct MISSION SUPPORT. The proposal process is being handled by the NASA Exoplanet Science Institute (NExScI) at Caltech and all proposals are due on 13 September 2012 at 4 pm PDT. For further information and proposal submission, please see: http://nexsci.caltech.edu/missions/KeckSolicitation/index.shtml Questions not answered on the web pages can be directed to KeckCFP@ipac.caltech.edu [Edited for length] 2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2 NASA CONTRACTOR SEEKS SCIENTIST FOR ROSES PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/TECHNICAL SUPPORT SDSE, the contractor to NASA’s Science Mission Directorate (SMD) that supports peer review, is seeking a (preferably PhD) Scientist to conduct the day-to-day management of PSD ROSES programs. Subjects include Planetary Atmospheres, Chemistry, Geology and Spectroscopy, especially but not limited to the Saturnian System, as well as laboratory, observational and theoretical studies of the formation of our Solar System and other planetary systems. For more information see: http://sj.tbe.taleo.net/SJ6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org= SDSE&cws=1&rid=19 and http://www.sdsellc.com/ 3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3 PLANETARY GEOPHYSICS POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP The Universities Space Research Association's Lunar and Planetary Institute (LPI), in Houston Texas, invites applications for a postdoctoral fellowship in planetary geophysics. The successful candidate will work with Dr. Walter Kiefer on a NASA-funded project studying the nature of mantle convection on Mars and its effects on the thermal evolution and volcanic history of the planet. The candidate will also have the opportunity to conduct research in planetary geophysics of his or her own choosing. The position requires a Ph.D. in Planetary Science or Geophysics with experience in computer programming and numerical modeling methods, particularly finite elements. Experience with parallel computing in a Linux environment will be an asset. The position will be offered for an initial period of two years with a possible extension to a maximum of three years. Applicants should send a letter of interest, a curriculum vita listing relevant publications, a brief (maximum three pages) statement of research interests, and a list of three references to resume@lpi.usra.edu. Further information about LPI can be found at: http://www.lpi.usra.edu USRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4 VOLCANO-LITHOSPHERE INTERACTIONS ON THE TERRESTRIAL PLANETS POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP: LUNAR AND PLANETARY INSTITUTE The Universities Space Research Association - Houston invites applications for a postdoctoral fellowship in geophysical studies of the growth/evolution of large volcanic edifices and provinces on the terrestrial planets. The candidate will work with Dr. Patrick McGovern exploring mechanical interactions between intrusive and extrusive volcanic edifice growth, lithospheric flexural response, and magma ascent, using numerical modeling techniques, including Finite Element (FEM) and Distinct Element (DEM) Methods. Research will also entail analysis of imagery, topography, gravity, and spectral datasets for large planetary volcanoes in order to constrain the modeling efforts. Potential bodies of interest include Venus, Io, the Moon, Earth, and Mars. Requirements are a recent Ph.D. in geophysics or geology. Experience quantitative modeling of geophysical, geological, or magmatic processes with advanced codes as COMSOL Multiphysics (FEM) and PFC (DEM). Programming languages, MATLAB or FORTRAN 95 desirable. The position is two years with a possible extension to three years. Send letter of interest, curriculum vita with a list of relevant publications, brief statement of research interests, and three references to resume@lpi.usra.edu. Further information may be found at: http://www.lpi.usra.edu The Universities Space Research Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5 GSA TOPICAL SESSIONS The GSA Annual Meeting abstract submission deadline is this Tuesday, 14 August (midnight PDT). We welcome abstracts for the following planetary geology sessions: http://www.geosociety.org/meetings/2012/sessions/topical.asp?CatID =Planetary+Geology&submit=Go T147. Tectonics of Icy Bodies and Their Analogs T148. Geochemistry, Mineralogy, and Petrology of Mars T149. Shock Processes and Shock Attenuation Associated with Hypervelocity Impact Events T150. The Geology of Asteroid 4 Vesta as Seen by Dawn: Results from One Year in Orbit T151. Linking Earth-Observing Data and Planetary Mission Data in the Teaching and Presentation of Basic Geoscience... T152. New Moon Rising: The Latest Geologic Results from the Lunar Surface T153. The Moon, Inside and Out: New Results in Lunar Geophysics, Structure, and Interior T154. Observation and Analysis of Impact Cratering and Its Effects: The G.K. Gilbert Award Session T155. The Heart of an Explorer: A Tribute to Ronald Greeley T156. Geologic Analog Studies of the Rocky Planets: Understanding Planetary Geologic Evolution and Surface Processes T157. Gridview Image Manipulation for LOLA and MOLA Topographical Data (Posters) T158. Impact Cratering in the Solar System: Processes and Products Note: The Charlotte meeting also includes a Pardee symposium in which the first Mars Curiosity rover data will be presented! Simon Kattenhorn 2012 PGD Chair / University of Idaho 6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6 NASA POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS The NASA Postdoctoral Program (NPP) offers scientists and engineers unique opportunities to conduct research at NASA Centers. Each NPP fellowship opportunity is designed to advance NASA research in a specific project related to space science, earth science, aeronautics, exploration systems, lunar science, astrobiology, or astrophysics. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in hand before beginning the fellowship, but may apply while completing the degree requirements. U. S. citizens, Lawful Permanent Residents, and foreign nationals eligible for J-1 status as a Research Scholar may apply. Stipends start at $53,500 per year, with supplements for high cost- of-living areas and for certain academic specialties. Financial assistance is available for relocation and health insurance, and $8,000 per year is provided for professional travel. Applications are accepted three times each year: March 1, July 1, and November 1. For further information and to apply, visit: http://nasa.orau.org/postdoc/description/index.htm Questions may be submitted by e-mail to nasapostdoc@orau.org 7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7 [NASA] DUE DATE DELAYED FOR OUTER PLANETS RESEARCH (OPR) PROGRAM ROSES Amendment 13 delays the due date for proposals to the Outer Planets Research Program to November 2, 2012, so as not to overlap with the 44th Annual Meeting of the Division for Planetary Sciences of the American Astronomical Society. Notices of intent to propose are still requested by August 24, 2012. This Amendment to the NASA Research Announcement NNH12ZDA001N will be posted on the NASA research opportunity homepage at: http://nspires.nasaprs.com/ (select "Solicitations" then "Open Solicitations" then "NNH12ZDA001N"). RSS feed at: http://nasascience.nasa.gov/researchers/sara/grant-solicitations/ roses-2012 Questions concerning OPR may be addressed to: Terry Hurford (202) 358-0780 terry.a.hurford@nasa.gov [Edited for length] 8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8 PLANETARY MEETING CALENDAR ADDITIONS Posted at http://planetarynews.org/meetings.html September 5-6, 2012 Life in the Cosmos http://hea-www.cfa.harvard.edu/lifeandthecosmos/wkshop/sep2012/index. html (continued from previous line) Washington, DC October 30 - November 1, 2012 The Evolution and Constitution of Mercury's Interior https://sites.google.com/a/case.edu/messenger-bepicolombo-workshop/ New York, NY [Editor Note: If there is a planetary-related meeting, conference or workshop of which you think your colleagues should be aware, please send the date, title, URL and location to pen_editor at psi.edu.] *********************************************************************** * The Planetary Exploration Newsletter is issued approximately weekly. * Current and back issues are available at http://planetarynews.org * * To subscribe, go to http://planetarynews.org/pen_subscribe.php, or * send a request to pen_editor at psi.edu * * To unsubscribe, send an email to pen_editor at psi.edu * * Please send all replies and submissions to pen_editor at psi.edu. * Announcements and other messages should be brief with links to URLs * for extended information, including detailed descriptions for job * announcements. 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