PLANETARY EXPLORATION NEWSLETTER Volume 14, Number 23 (May 31, 2020) PEN Website: http://planetarynews.org Editor: Georgiana Kramer Co-Editors: Mark V. Sykes, Elisabeth Adams Email: pen_editor@psi.edu Twitter: @pen2tweets o-------------------------TABLE OF CONTENTS---------------------------o 1. [NASA] Releases the New Science Plan: Science 2020-2024: A Vision for Scientific Excellence 2. MEPAG Community Resources for Sharing Decadal Survey White Papers 3. Spatial Data White Paper 4. Aperiodic PDS Data Releases in 2020.05 5. OSIRIS-REx Bennu Release 5 6. EPSC Session TP7: Ionospheres of Unmagnetized or Weakly Magnetized Bodies 7. Lunar and Small Bodies Graduate Conference Announcement 8. JPL Open Position: Research Scientist, Astrobiology and Ocean Worlds 9. JPL Open Position: Research Scientist, Planetary Interiors and Geophysics 10. Postdoctoral Researcher in Planetary Magnetospheric Physics 11. Postdoc Position in Planetary Seismology 12. Ph.D. Student in Planetary Science At CRPG Nancy, France 13. GSA Planetary Geology Division Student Advisor Open Position 14. 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] RELEASES THE NEW SCIENCE PLAN: SCIENCE 2020-2024: A VISION FOR SCIENTIFIC EXCELLENCE Members of the science community are invited to download the Science Mission Directorate's (SMD's) newest version of its Science Plan, Science 2020-2024: A Vision for Scientific Excellence, at: https://science.nasa.gov/about-us/science-strategy This document was developed through close collaboration with the entire SMD leadership team and NASA Center Directors and was reviewed by the NASA Advisory Committee's Science Committee and the Space Studies Board. It lays out an ambitious program over next five years to build on current activities and drive change in high-priority areas where SMD can have the greatest impact. SMD encourages all members of the community to read the document to learn about these priorities and the exciting work being done across the entire SMD portfolio. 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 MEPAG COMMUNITY RESOURCES FOR SHARING DECADAL SURVEY WHITE PAPERS Dear MEPAG Community, MEPAG has updated this google spreadsheet: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1EOQRc5kYn5ZgIhEuZfEXQVApBpKpXMU-KZaJdLm2GxI/edit#gid=1802642777 to facilitate collaboration and communication regarding community-generated white papers. We encourage all White Paper authors to consider adding their paper to the *NEW SHEET* by filling out this Google Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeGUBdxnH8f0H9vTX4loOx4xHKAQjYFOJLDgIY2EWoIT_gGA/viewform This sheet has been set up to allow for sharing of links to draft white papers, signup sheets, and other information. Previously entered information will NOT automatically transfer to the new sheet, but all previous sheets and entries have been preserved, and information about the sheets and links to other resources can be viewed here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1EOQRc5kYn5ZgIhEuZfEXQVApBpKpXMUKZaJdLm2GxI/edit?pli=1#gid=2122227973 Please email bcarrier@jpl.nasa.gov if you have any questions or technical difficulties. 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 SPATIAL DATA WHITE PAPER Dear Planetary Data Community, The following White Paper, titled Maximizing the Value of Solar System Data through Planetary Spatial Data Infrastructures, will be submitted prior to the July 4, 2020 deadline for consideration for the Planetary Science and Astrobiology Decadal Survey. https://docs.google.com/document/d/10iLj5NFYLAIPcmnWS7hiACh5rDhcwZBpZ698X16jMJs/edit?usp=sharing If you are interested in endorsing or signing this document (as the page limits allow) please add your name onto the cover page using "Suggesting" mode or email janirad@byu.edu. Other comments and suggestions are also welcome (again, in "Suggesting" mode). Thank you, Jani Radebaugh Chair, Mapping and Planetary Spatial Data Infrastructure Team 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 APERIODIC PDS DATA RELEASES IN 2020.05 In May 2020, PDS ingested and made available the following data, none of which were regularly released with an ongoing mission: - 2020.05.01 Mars Express HRSC radiometrically calibrated image data - 2020.05.08 Mars Global Surveyor MAG high-res maps - 2020.05.19 Giotto NMS derived, calibrated density profiles - 2020.05.19 Mars Express HRSC map-projected images - 2020.05.27 Rosetta NAVCAM - 2020.05.27 Rosetta RPCMAG To access those data: https://pds.nasa.gov/datasearch/subscription-service/SS-20200531.shtml To access all data archived in PDS: https://pds.nasa.gov The PDS Team Mail to: pds_operator@jpl.nasa.gov Phone: (818) 393-7165 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 OSIRIS-REX BENNU RELEASE 5 This release of OSIRIS-REx data includes: - OCAMS raw and calibrated data through Nov. 17, 2019 - TAGCAMS raw data through Nov. 17, 2019 - OTES raw and calibrated data through Nov. 17, 2019 - (OLA took no data in the time range Aug. 17 - Nov. 17, 2019) - Mission information bundle updated with Mission Phase Narratives for Recon and Orbit R OVIRS raw and calibrated data for this time range is coming soon. These data are now available at: https://pds.nasa.gov/datasearch/subscription-service/SS-20200527.shtml or more directly from: https://sbn.psi.edu/pds/resource/orex/ https://sbn.psi.edu/pds/resource/orex/ocams.html https://sbn.psi.edu/pds/resource/orex/tagcams.html https://sbn.psi.edu/pds/resource/orex/otes.html https://sbn.psi.edu/pds/resource/orex/ola.html https://sbn.psi.edu/pds/resource/orex/orexmission.html To access all data archived in PDS: https://pds.nasa.gov The PDS Team Mail to: pds_operator@jpl.nasa.gov Phone: (818) 393-7165 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 EPSC SESSION TP7: IONOSPHERES OF UNMAGNETIZED OR WEAKLY MAGNETIZED BODIES Virtual meeting 21 September- 9 October 2020 We encourage abstract submissions to our EPSC 2020 session. The session will focus on the analysis of ionospheres of weakly magnetized bodies with substantial atmospheres (e.g. Mars, Venus, Titan, Pluto and comets), and how each body reacts to space weather disturbances. Understanding how each unmagnetized body reacts to all these factors is a key in comparative aeronomy because although a priori all of them have a general similar behavior, they also have scientifically important differences caused by their different natures. We solicit abstracts concerning remote and in situ data analysis, modeling studies, instrumentation and mission concepts. Topics may include, but are not limited to, day and night side ionospheric variability, sources and influences of ionization, ion-neutral coupling, current systems, comparative ionospheric studies, and solar wind-ionosphere interactions and responses of the ionized and neutral regimes to transient space weather events. Abstracts on general plasma and escape processes are also welcome. https://meetingorganizer.copernicus.org/EPSC2020/session/38507 Deadline: 24 June 2020 Conveners: Beatriz Sanchez-Cano, Matteo Crismani, Niklas Edberg, Xiaohua Fang, and Francisco Gonzalez-Galindo 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 LUNAR AND SMALL BODIES GRADUATE CONFERENCE 2020 ANNOUNCEMENT Abstract submission deadline: June 19, 2020 The 10th Annual Lunar and Small Bodies Graduate Conference (LunGradCon 2020) is to be held virtually on Wednesday and Thursday, July 1-2 2020, preceding the NASA Exploration Science Forum (ESF, July 8-10). With the expanded interests of the Solar System Exploration Research Virtual Institute (SSERVI), the scope of LunGradCon includes both lunar and small body science. LunGradCon provides an opportunity for grad students and early-career postdocs to present their research on lunar and small body science in a low-stress, friendly environment, being critiqued only by their peers. In addition to virtual presentations, the conference will feature Q&A panels with various groups to help grad students navigate the paths to careers in space science. The deadline for LunGradCon registration and abstract submission is June 19, 2019, 11:59 PM PDT. For more details, please visit: http://impact.colorado.edu/lungradcon/ or email any questions to: lungradcon@gmail.com 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 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 in the areas of planetary habitability, subsurface exploration, hydrology, energetics, thermodynamics, geodynamics and astrobiology. 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. - Peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals. - Well-established record in obtaining funding as PI for scientific research and/or mission/instrument development. - Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to work as part of a team and lead a team. Apply at: http://jpl.jobs/jobs/2020-11866-Research-Scientist-III-Astrobiology-and-Ocean-Worlds Applications received by June 8 will receive full consideration. 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 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 10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10 POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER 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 position is funded through the 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 this position 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. Full job posting: https://jobregister.aas.org/ad/bb0cf722 11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11-11 POSTDOC POSITION IN PLANETARY SEISMOLOGY The Geophysical Institute at the University of Alaska Fairbanks has an immediate opening for a postdoctoral researcher in the field of planetary seismology. The new hire will engage in a project to establish bounds on the nature and amount of seismic activity on Venus, assemble a catalog of Venus-analog events using records from a variety of traditional and non-traditional seismic sources, and then use the catalog to evaluate the viability of potential instrument designs and analysis algorithms for an eventual seismograph on Venus. This is a one-year project, but a strong performer could transition into a multi-year position conducting a TBD mix of terrestrial and planetary seismology. Candidate is expected to be well-versed in earthquake seismology; familiarity with planetary science is desirable but not required. More information can be found here: https://sites.google.com/alaska.edu/robertherrick/resources/postdoc-advertisement?authuser=0. Directions on how to apply: https://careers.alaska.edu/en-us/job/514947/planetary-seismology-postdoctoral-fellow. Review of applications will begins June 22, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled; our desire is to have a person in place by late summer. [Edited for length] 12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12-12 PH.D. STUDENT IN PLANETARY SCIENCE AT CRPG NANCY, FRANCE The Centre de Recherches Petrographiques et Geochimiques (CRPG) located in Nancy, northeast France, is looking for a Ph.D student in Planetary Sciences. The position is related to studies of Mars remote remote sensing data and analog Earth using VNIR spectroscopy and is initially funded for 3 years. More information and applications (in French or English) at: https://adum.fr/as/ed/voirproposition.pl?site=adumR&matricule_prop=30817#version Contact: Dr Jessica Flahaut, flahaut@crpg.cnrs-nancy.fr Closing Date:June 15th, 2020 13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13-13 GSA PLANETARY GEOLOGY DIVISION STUDENT ADVISOR OPEN POSITION The GSA Planetary Geology Division is seeking applications for a new student advisor. This is a 2-year position with opportunities to network with PGD board members, run the annual PGD button competition, and manage the PGD twitter account (@PlanetaryGSA). The position also includes partial travel support to a GSA annual meeting. Questions about the position can be directed to current student advisors Mallory Kinczyk (mjkinczy@ncsu.edu) or Laura Chaves (lchavesm@purdue.edu). Applications due: June 1, 2020 Details here: https://community.geosociety.org/pgd/aboutus/student-advisory-members 14-14-14-14-14-14-14-14-14-14-14-14-14-14-14-14-14-14-14-14-14-14-14-14 PLANETARY MEETING CALENDAR ADDITIONS Posted at http://planetarynews.org/meetings.html July 1-2, 2020 10th Annual Lunar and Small Bodies Graduate Conference (LunGradCon 2020) http://impact.colorado.edu/lungradcon Online [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.] ********************************************************************** * 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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