PLANETARY EXPLORATION NEWSLETTER Volume 16, Number 22 (May 28, 2022) PEN Website: https://planetarynews.org Editor: Alex Morgan Co-Editors: Georgiana Kramer, Mark V. Sykes Email: pen_editor@psi.edu Twitter: @pen2tweets o-------------------------TABLE OF CONTENTS---------------------------o 1. PhD Opportunities in Interdisciplinary Space Sciences and Planetary Research 2. CELTA ASI Summer School Series 3. [NASA] Pre-Submission Webinar: NASA Office of STEM Engagement's 2023 Opportunity for Minority-serving Institution STEM and/or Education Faculty/Staff 4. Mars Atmospheric Scientist Position at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center 5. Mercury Science and Exploration May Newsletter Released 6. FLOW Summer Coffee Hour: The Art of Networking 7. Postdoctoral Opportunity at the NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory: Astrobiology Studies of Hydrothermal Vents on Earth and Ocean Worlds 8. MEPAG Mars Concurrent Exploration Science Analysis Group (MCE-SAG) Membership Application 9. Planetary Meeting Calendar Additions 10. Planetary Science Journal - New Papers Commercial Announcements: C1. Book: Vesta and Ceres C2. Book: Meteorite Mineralogy 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 PHD OPPORTUNITIES IN INTERDISCIPLINARY SPACE SCIENCES AND PLANETARY RESEARCH The Young Researcher Program YRP@Graz welcomes applications for 3 PhD positions. YRP@Graz is jointly supported by the Austrian Academy of Sciences, the Graz University of Technology, and the University of Graz. The application process has two stages with which we aim to decrease selection biases: -Stage 1 applications are submitted through an anonymised form (deadline: July 1st) -Stage 2 selected applicants are invited for an interview. Our expectations for our candidates: -We look for early career researchers who are interested in an interdisciplinary exchange based on a solid university education in at least one subject of natural sciences or engineering. -We aim for PhD candidates who would like to actively join our YRP@Graz initiative, helping to develop the tradition of the involved institutes. -We look for excellent researchers who have the courage to cross scientific borders in a responsible way and to support our international societies with their research. -We search for team players who aspire to continue their skill development as well as to support the research location Graz. Details about the offered projects can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/YRPGraz We are looking forward hearing from you! 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 CELTA ASI SUMMER SCHOOL SERIES The 2 week long CELTA-Cortina Summer Schools in Astronomy-Celestial Mechanics are back and in person! From Stardust to Extrasolar Planets: Dynamics of Exoplanetary and Solar System Bodies Location: University of Highlands & Islands (UHI), Sabhal Mor Ostaig, Skye, & UHI Inverness, Scotland Dates: 15-27 August 2022 (12 days) Who: PhD students and early-career/established researchers Aim of this School: To stimulate the cross-fertilisation of ideas between the communities who work in exoplanetary and Solar System dynamics and to understand the latest tools and methods of analysis necessary for research into exoplanets, Solar System bodies and planetary systems. Two weeks of collaborative working opportunities, exchange of ideas and learning of state-of-the-art mathematical and computational tools applied to the latest application areas in Celestial Mechanics, and delivered by internationally renowned lecturers. Funding: A number of full and partial scholarships supporting attendance will be available to eligible PhD students, funded by UK STFC, SUSSP and SUPA Apply here: https://tinyurl.com/CELTAASI Visit the website here: https://tinyurl.com/astrocelta You are encouraged to apply before 7 June 2022 as spaces are limited. Contact: exoplanet@gcu.ac.uk 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 [NASA] PRE-SUBMISSION WEBINAR: NASA OFFICE OF STEM ENGAGEMENT'S 2023 OPPORTUNITY FOR MINORITY-SERVING INSTITUTION STEM AND/OR EDUCATION FACULTY/STAFF NASA's Office of STEM Engagement's announces a nationwide search for STEM or Education faculty or STEM Education staff employed at Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs) to join NASA's OSTEM team on a 2.5 year temporary assignment (January 9, 2023 to June 30, 2025). NASA is seeking two to three mid-career faculty and/or staff, whose skills and specialized experiences that can support OSTEM's three focus areas of: 1. Creating unique opportunities for students and the public to contribute to NASA's work in exploration and discovery. 2. Building a diverse future STEM workforce by engaging students in authentic learning experiences with NASA people, content, and facilities. 3. Strengthening public understanding by enabling powerful connections to NASA's mission and work. Applications are due June 24, 2022 Should you or your colleagues be interested in this position, please apply at: https://tinyurl.com/NASA-OSTEM [Edited for length] 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 MARS ATMOSPHERIC SCIENTIST POSITION AT NASA'S GODDARD SPACE FLIGHT CENTER The Planetary Systems Laboratory at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center is seeking a full-time Research Space Scientist to join our active Mars research group. The candidate will conduct research into the atmospheric composition of Mars, utilizing spectral and/or imaging data from spaceflight missions. Examples of such work include studying the Martian atmosphere's composition and surface interactions. The candidate will work in an inclusive environment that prioritizes individual professional growth. This is a GS-13/14 level civil servant position located at NASA-Goddard in Greenbelt, Maryland near Washington, DC. You can apply for this position from now through Friday, June 3 - the maximum opening window we could obtain for this position. For more information and to apply please go to: https://go.usa.gov/xJxA6 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 MERCURY SCIENCE AND EXPLORATION MAY NEWSLETTER RELEASED The Mercury Exploration Assessment Group (MExAG) is circulating Issue 7 of "The Mercury Newsletter". The quarterly community newsletter can be accessed online at: https://www.lpi.usra.edu/mexag/newsletter/ In this newsletter, share Mercury science and exploration news, spotlight early-career researchers, note upcoming meetings, and highlight recent publications. Please send your Mercury community announcements and calendar items for inclusion in the newsletter to the MExAG Steering Committee at mexag.sc@gmail.com. 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 FLOW SUMMER COFFEE HOUR: THE ART OF NETWORKING Join FLOW (Future Leaders of Ocean Worlds) in their upcoming coffee hour on The Art of Networking: learn how one can leverage conferences, workshops, and meetings to build meaningful research connections and advocate for changes in the research community. Panelists: -Dr. Donald Burke-Aguero: professor of molecular microbiology and immunology and joint professor of biochemistry at the University of Missouri; https://burkelab.missouri.edu/ -Dr. Justin Filiberto: Branch chief in Astromaterials Research and Exploration Science (ARES) Research Office at NASA Johnson Space Center; https://www.justinfiliberto.com/ -Dr. Graham Lau: Host of the show, "Ask an Astrobiologist"; Director of Communications and Marketing for Blue Marble Space; Research Scientist with the Blue Marble Space Institute of Science; Director of Logistics for the University Rover Challenge; https://cosmobiota.com/ -Jennifer Vaughn: Chief Operating Officer, The Planetary Society; https://www.planetary.org/profiles/jennifer-vaughn Date & Time: Monday June 6th at 9 am PT / 12 pm ET | 1 hour Webex Link: https://jpl.webex.com/jpl/j.php?MTID=m45e9babf3a6d9d4e1766712e1d8a6545 Meeting number: 2760 897 6075 Password: NJpDXxJi335 Join by phone: +1-510-210-8882 USA Toll Access code: 276 089 76075 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 POSTDOCTORAL OPPORTUNITY AT THE NASA JET PROPULSION LABORATORY: ASTROBIOLOGY STUDIES OF HYDROTHERMAL VENTS ON EARTH AND OCEAN WORLDS Dr. Laurie Barge, Research Scientist in Astrobiology, is seeking a postdoc to work on astrobiology and geochemistry research at the NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, CA. Samples from hydrothermal chimneys were acquired from Axial Seamount on a 2021 research cruise; the postdoc will conduct geochemical analysis of these samples to address astrobiology research questions related to life detection. A focus of the work will be utilizing Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy which is part of an instrument payload we are studying for ocean world mission applications. The candidate will also conduct laboratory simulations of prebiotic chemistry in hydrothermal mineral systems. The candidate will lead completion of specific tasks for ongoing projects and will have the opportunity to develop their own research plans. Required qualifications: Candidates should have a recent PhD in geology, geochemistry, oceanography, or related fields. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about astrobiology and in being a collaborative member of a lab group that studies how life emerges and thrives in planetary environments. Desired qualifications: Experience with geochemistry analytical techniques, particularly ion chromatography; willingness to become proficient in LIBS. https://tinyurl.com/JPLBergepostdoc 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 MEPAG MARS CONCURRENT EXPLORATION SCIENCE ANALYSIS GROUP (MCE-SAG) MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION The Mars Exploration Program Analysis Group (MEPAG) has chartered the Mars Concurrent Exploration Science Analysis Group (MCE-SAG) to identify and prioritize scientific objectives and/or investigations that could be executed within the next ten years, in parallel with the Mars Sample Return effort. MEPAG is seeking representation across a broad range of scientific and technical fields, including, but not limited to: -Astrobiology -Atmospheric Science -Geology -Geophysics -Planetary Protection -Technology (incl. mobility systems, subsurface access, life detection, communications, mission operations) Self-nominations for participation on MCE-SAG are being solicited through June 5, 2022, with selections occurring soon thereafter. The anticipated period of SAG activities will be late June-late September 2022. Applicants should submit a two-page CV and two-page cover letter (as a single, combined document). Applications should be uploaded to Dropbox as a single, combined PDF or DOCX file by 5pm PDT on June 5: https://www.dropbox.com/request/RbFANZEaR8hWOmRRfOQ2 More details, including the MCE-SAG charter, can be found here: https://www.lpi.usra.edu/mepag If you have questions, or difficulty uploading your application, please contact Jonathan Bapst at jonathan.bapst@jpl.nasa.gov. [Edited for length] 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 PLANETARY MEETING CALENDAR ADDITIONS Posted at https://planetarynews.org/meetings.html No new meetings. [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.] 10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10 PLANETARY SCIENCE JOURNAL - NEW PAPERS Editor, Faith Vilas https://psj.aas.org Titan Stratospheric Haze Bands Observed in Cassini VIMS as Tracers of Meridional Circulation N. W. Kutsop et al. 2022 PSJ 3:114 https://doi.org/10.3847/PSJ/ac582d Large Impacts onto the Early Earth: Planetary Sterilization and Iron Delivery Robert I. Citron and Sarah T. Stewart 2022 PSJ 3:116 https://doi.org/10.3847/PSJ/ac66e8 Revealing the Mysteries of Venus: The DAVINCI Mission James B. Garvin et al. 2022 PSJ 3:117 https://doi.org/10.3847/PSJ/ac63c2 Dynamical Evolution of Ejecta from the DART Impact on Dimorphos Alessandro Rossi et al. 2022 PSJ 3:118 https://doi.org/10.3847/PSJ/ac686c Longitudinal Variation of H2O Ice Absorption on Miranda David R. DeColibus et al. 2022 PSJ 3:119 https://doi.org/10.3847/PSJ/ac694e Benzene Vapor Pressures at Titan Temperatures: First Microbalance Results Reggie L. Hudson et al. 2022 PSJ 3:120 https://doi.org/10.3847/PSJ/ac67a5 A Collision Mechanism for the Removal of Earth's Trojan Asteroids Kevin J. Napier et al. 2022 PSJ 3:121 https://doi.org/10.3847/PSJ/ac6958 A Numerical Approach Using a Finite Element Model to Constrain the Possible Interior Layout of (16) Psyche Yaeji Kim and Masatoshi Hirabayashi 2022 PSJ 3:122 https://doi.org/10.3847/PSJ/ac6b39 *********************************************************************** COMMERCIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS *********************************************************************** C1-C1-C1-C1-C1-C1-C1-C1-C1-C1-C1-C1-C1-C1-C1-C1-C1-C1-C1-C1-C1-C1-C1-C1 BOOK: VESTA AND CERES Edited by Simone Marchi, Carol A. Raymond, and Christopher T. Russell To be published June 2022 This book provides a definitive reference on the Dawn mission and its key results, including the implications for our understanding of the asteroid belt and evolution of the Solar System. With chapters written by prominent scientists, this is an essential volume for researchers and professionals of planetary science, asteroid science and space exploration. More details, including sample pages, at: https://www.cambridge.org/9781108479738 C2-C2-C2-C2-C2-C2-C2-C2-C2-C2-C2-C2-C2-C2-C2-C2-C2-C2-C2-C2-C2-C2-C2-C2 BOOK: METEORITE MINERALOGY By Alan Rubin and Chi Ma Published October 2021 This book summarizes the mineralogical characteristics of all meteorite groups and Solar System bodies visited by spacecraft, and discusses the ways that these minerals were formed. Written in accessible language and containing spectacular images, it is a useful resource for meteorite researchers, terrestrial mineralogists and planetary geologists. 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