PLANETARY EXPLORATION NEWSLETTER Volume 14, Number 21 (May 17, 2020) PEN Website: http://planetarynews.org Editor: Mark V. Sykes Co-Editors: Elisabeth Adams, Georgiana Kramer Email: pen_editor@psi.edu Twitter: @pen2tweets o-------------------------TABLE OF CONTENTS---------------------------o 1. Small Bodies Assessment Group (SBAG) Community Survey for Decadal Report 2. ROSES-20: C.22 Radioisotope Power Systems Not Solicited 3. JPL Open Position: Research Scientist, Planetary Interiors and Geophysics 4. Postdoctoral Researcher in Planetary Magnetospheric Physics 5. USGS Astrogeology Cartographic Technician (Term GS-07/08, FPL GS-09) 6. JPL Open Position: Research Scientist, Astrobiology and Ocean Worlds 7. Joint LEAG/SSERVI Meeting 8. Women in Planetary Science Blog Post 9. Ph.D. Student in Space Physics for Studies of Space Plasmas 10. Outer Planet Moon-Magnetosphere Interaction Workshop 11. Mars Atmosphere and Volatile Evolution Data Release 21 12. Planetary Meeting Calendar Additions 13. Planetary Science Journal - New Papers 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 SMALL BODIES ASSESSMENT GROUP (SBAG) COMMUNITY SURVEY FOR DECADAL REPORT SBAG has posted a survey that queries the community for opinions on research priorities and missions. Please fill it out before May 25, 2020. It should take about 10 minutes. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/sbag_decadal Bonnie Buratti, for the SBAG Steering Committee 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 ROSES-20: C.22 RADIOISOTOPE POWER SYSTEMS NOT SOLICITED REMBRandT seeks to enable advancements in thermoelectric, thermionic, thermodynamic cycle-based technology, and other viable means of converting heat flux directly into electrical energy for use in radioisotope power systems for deep space science missions. The goals of the program are to improve radioisotope power systems by: - increasing their performance, reliability, and efficiency - enabling long life operation (greater than 20 years) - enhancing manufacturing processes for materials and components ROSES-2020 Amendment 20 announces that REMBRandT, which was TBD, will not be solicited in ROSES-2020. Questions concerning REMBRandT may be directed to Leah Nakley at leah.m.nakley@nasa.gov. 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 JPL OPEN POSITION: RESEARCH SCIENTIST, PLANETARY INTERIORS AND GEOPHYSICS Location: Pasadena, CA The Jet Propulsion Laboratory invites applications for a Scientist who will bring new expertise to and ensure continuity of existing capabilities at JPL in planetary science. The successful candidate will develop models for the chemical evolution of Europa, Enceladus, Titan, Ganymede, and other ocean worlds in support of the Icy Worlds, Titan, and Vital Signs teams. The candidate will investigate the detailed chemical evolution of Europa’s interior and its ice. Perform NASA funded research, including setting up and conducting novel experiments to measure chemical properties and processes applicable to planetary interiors. Investigate the metamorphic evolution of Ceres’ rocky mantle and support mission formulation as a subject matter expert on ocean world chemistry. This position requires the following qualifications: - Ph.D. in geochemistry, planetary geophysics, or a related field. - 3-4 years expertise in applying meteoritics, petrology, aqueous geochemistry to problems in astrobiology. The following qualifications are preferred: - Knowledge of geophysical forward modeling and inverse theory, high-pressure experimental design and implementation. Applications are due by May 26, 2020 or until filled and should be submitted at: https://jpl.jobs/jobs/2020-11799-Research-Scientist-II 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 POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHERS IN PLANETARY MAGNETOSPHERIC PHYSICS Applications are now being accepted for two postdoctoral scientists to work with the NASA/Goddard Space Flight Center Planetary Magnetospheres Laboratory in Greenbelt, MD. The positions are funded through CRESST II. Position 1: The postdoctoral researcher will work for either the Juno project with the primary responsibility of conducting analysis and publishing the magnetometer results. In addition, the candidate will assist with the magnetometer data validation and calibration. Position 2: The data scientist's primary responsibility will be to develop a data production pipeline for future magnetometer missions. This involves taking raw magnetometer data, applying the appropriate transformations and calibrations, and producing the final public data products. The data scientist is encouraged to pursue their own research interest. Candidates for these positions should have earned a Ph.D. in physics, astronomy, planetary science, space physics, geosciences, or related fields. Successful candidates should also have expertise with one or more programming languages commonly used in space science and a demonstrated track record in analyzing spaceflight data, especially magnetometer data and experience with the NAIF SPICE software package is highly desired. Applications received by July 15, 2020, will receive the best consideration. Link to full job posting: https://jobregister.aas.org/ad/bb0cf722 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 USGS ASTROGEOLOGY CARTOGRAPHIC TECHNICIAN (TERM GS-07/08, FPL GS-09) The USGS Astrogeology in Flagstaff AZ is hiring a Cartographic Technician at the GS-07/08 level (Term position renewable up to 4 years). Duties include using planetary data sets to assist in the generation of high-fidelity foundational spatial data products (e.g., photogrammetrically controlled image mosaics, digital elevation models) to support the planetary science community. A bachelor's degree or higher is required. Experience generating cartographic products using the USGS' ISIS software, Ames Stereo Pipeline, and/or SOCET SET/GXP workstations, and familiarity with scripting languages such as bash or python is preferred. Apply through USAJOBS at: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/567869800 Position open 5/18/2020 to 6/1/2020 and is limited to the first 65 applicants. An applicant must be a U.S. Citizen. Send inquires to Michael Bland (mbland@usgs.gov). 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 JPL OPEN POSITION: RESEARCH SCIENTIST, ASTROBIOLOGY AND OCEAN WORLDS Location: Pasadena, CA The Jet Propulsion Laboratory invites applications for a Research Scientist to join the Astrobiology and Ocean Worlds Group within the Planetary Science Section. You will do the following: - Lead development of instrumentation and/or mission concepts to explore the subsurface of Mars and other habitable environments. - Write proposals for advancing research and instrument/mission development. Required Qualifications: - Ph.D. degree in Earth or Planetary Sciences or related scientific or technical discipline. - Demonstrated working knowledge at the forefront in the fields of planetary habitability, geophysics, geodynamics, aqueous geochemistry, modeling and biology/astrobiology, including but not limited to the Mars subsurface. - At least 5 years experience following the Ph.D. in research in one or more of the aforementioned fields. - Peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals in the aforementioned fields. - Well-established record in obtaining funding as PI for scientific research and/or mission/instrument development. - Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to both work as part of a team and lead a team. To view the full description and apply, please visit: http://jpl.jobs/jobs/2020-11866-Research-Scientist-III-Astrobiology-and-Ocean-Worlds Applications received by June 8, 2020, will receive full consideration. [Edited for length] 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 JOINT LEAG/SSERVI MEETING The Lunar Exploration Analysis Group (LEAG) and Solar System Exploration Research Virtual Institute (SSERVI) will host a virtual meeting for critical community input regarding the Decadal Survey on Wednesday, May 20, 2020. The goals of the meeting are to: (1) Facilitate collaboration and discussion on Decadal Survey white paper concepts and strategies for lunar science; (2) Solidify commitments on white paper topics and solicit coauthors and signatories; and (3) Identify gaps and needs. A preliminary agenda can be found in the Google Doc (see "More Information" below), and connection information will be posted there soon. What: LEAG/SSERVI Virtual Meeting-Community Input for Decadal Survey Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2020 Time: 12:00–4:30 PM Eastern (9:00 AM–1:30 PM Pacific) More Information: https://docs.google.com/document/d/19sPg_1fDUHUiQ5saFiINrGDTE-aB1NftxC4nTfC5W78/edit?usp=sharing 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 WOMEN IN PLANETARY SCIENCE BLOG POST The Women in Planetary Science Blog post from the DPS's Professional Culture and Climate Subcommittee asking "What are the impacts of performing a Decadal Survey during a global pandemic?" has been posted at: https://womeninplanetaryscience.wordpress.com/2020/05/14/what-are-the-impacts-of-performing-a-decadal-survey-during-a-global-pandemic/ 9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9 PH.D. STUDENT IN SPACE PHYSICS FOR STUDIES OF SPACE PLASMAS The Swedish Institute of Space Physics (IRF) is looking for a Ph.D. student in Space Physics. The position is related to studies of space plasmas. Applications are invited for a Ph.D. student to study kinetic plasma processes operating in space plasma regions of fundamental importance, such as magnetic reconnection sites, shocks, and turbulence regions. Such processes operate in most astrophysical plasma environments leading to plasma heating and production of energetic particles. You will work directly with state-of-the-art experimental data from the NASA multi-spacecraft (MMS) mission. The position is available at the IRF-office in Uppsala, starting at the latest in the second half of 2020 for a total of four years. The Swedish National Space Agency, the Swedish Research Council and Uppsala University fund the position. Contact: Dr Emiliya Yordanova, eya@irfu.se Applications: registrator@irf.se Closing Date: May 31, 2020 Information: https://www.irf.se/en/news/2020/05/11/phd-student-in-space-physics-to-studies-of-space-plasmas-ref2-2-1-146-20/ IRF is a government agency that conducts research and postgraduate education in space physics, atmospheric physics and space technology. Many of IRF's projects are run as international projects in collaboration with other research institutes and space agencies. IRF has about 100 employees and offices in Kiruna (headquarters), Umea, Uppsala and Lund. 10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10 OUTER PLANET MOON-MAGNETOSPHERE INTERACTION WORKSHOP Dates: November 5-6, 2020 (directly after JUICE SWT/PI meeting) Location: ESA/ESTEC Registration and abstract submission is now open: https://indico.esa.int/event/337/ Please note that the number of participants is limited to 60 people. The focus of this workshop is the interaction between the outer planet moons in our Solar System and their magnetospheric environment, in preparation of upcoming missions like JUICE and Europa Clipper. Abstracts addressing moon-magnetosphere interaction from all disciplines are welcome, including ground-based and Earth-orbit based observation, simulation results, theory, in-situ and remote sensing data analysis. We welcome results from past missions such as Voyager, Galileo and Cassini-Huygens, and current missions such as Hisaki and JUNO. COVID19: We hope the workshop will go ahead as planned in person. However, we are committed to shifting to an online conference in case the situation regarding COVID19 prevents us from meeting in person. Please do not make any accommodation and/or travel bookings that are not fully refundable. Best regards, Mika Holmberg, Lina Hadid and Hans Huybrighs [Edited for length] 11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11 MARS ATMOSPHERE AND VOLATILE EVOLUTION DATA RELEASE 21 The Planetary Data System (PDS) is pleased to announce the release of the following data from MAVEN (Mars Atmosphere and Volatile Evolution) Release 21, nominally with data to February 2020: ACCEL (Accelerometer) IUVS (Imaging Ultraviolet Spectrometer) LPW (Langmuir Probe and Waves) MAG (Magnetometer) NGIMS (Neutral Gas and Ion Mass Spectrometer) ROSE (Radio Occultation Science Experiment) SEP (Solar Energetic Particle) SPICE STATIC (Supra-Thermal and Thermal Ion Composition) New data available soon: ANC, EUV, KP, SWEA, SWIA To access the above data, please visit the following link: https://pds.nasa.gov/datasearch/subscription-service/SS-20200515.shtml To access the latest PDS Data Releases, please visit the following link: https://pds.nasa.gov/datasearch/subscription-service/SS-Release.shtml All available PDS data may be found at: https://pds.nasa.gov/datasearch/data-search/ For further information, see the PDS Home Page: https://pds.nasa.gov/ 12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12 PLANETARY MEETING CALENDAR ADDITIONS May 20, 2020 Joint LEAG/SSERVI Meeting https://docs.google.com/document/d/19sPg_1fDUHUiQ5saFiINrGDTE-aB1NftxC4nTfC5W78/edit?usp=sharing Online November 5-6, 2020 Outer Planet Moon-Magnetosphere Interaction Workshop https://indico.esa.int/event/337 Noordwijk, Netherlands Posted at http://planetarynews.org/meetings.html [Editor Note: If there is a planetary-related meeting, conference or workshop that you think your colleagues should be aware of, please send the date, title, URL and location to pen_editor@psi.edu.] 13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13 PLANETARY SCIENCE JOURNAL - NEW PAPERS Editor, Faith Vilas https://iopscience.iop.org/issue/2632-3338/1/1 No new articles. *********************************************************************** * 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.html, or * send a request to pen_editor@psi.edu * * To unsubscribe, send an email to pen_editor@psi.edu * * Please send all replies and submissions to pen_editor@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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