UK Solar Physics Newsletter Lyndsay Fletcher & Duncan Mackay, Editors March 15th 2010 o News, Views and Gossip o STFC - Astronomy Grants Guidelines o STFC Innovations Partnership Scheme (IPS) Panel : Nominations o RHESSI Science Nugget o Solar News Items of Interest - http://solarnews.nso.edu/2010/20100301.txt o Sunspot Drawings now online o Meetings, Conferences and Workshops o CESRA 2010 workshop: registration has opened o Solar News Items of Interest - http://solarnews.nso.edu/2010/20100301.txt o The Origin, Evolution, and Diagnosis of Solar Flare Magnetic Fields and Plasmas : Honoring the Contributions of Dick Canfield o 4th Hinode Science Meeting o AGU/Mtg of the Americas 2010: Session SH07 o IAU Symposium 273 on "Physics of Sun and Star Spots" Travel Support Ventura, California, USA, 22-26 August 2010 o 2010 Space Weather Workshop Announcement - Student Travel Support Available o AOGS 2010: Session on particle acceleration and radio emissions o Meeting of the Americas, 2010 session announcement: SM04. Multi-Point Perspectives of Space Plasma o Employment Opportunities o Two Postdoc Positions in the SOLAIRE network (1yr) o PhD in Solar Physics - Northumbria University o Research Assistant / Senior Research Assistant in Solar Physics (3-year position) o Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in Mathematics & Statistics o Solar News Items of Interest - http://solarnews.nso.edu/2010/20100301.txt o Instrument Scientist for the German Solar Facilities at the Observatory del Teide o JAXA International Top Young Fellowship in FY 2010 (deadline: April 20) Dear Colleague, Here are a few items which have come to our attention since the last Newsletter. You can find this newsletter also at the UKSP website: http://www.uksolphys.org Lyndsay (lyndsay@astro.gla.ac.uk) Duncan (duncan@mcs.st-andrews.ac.uk) ********************************************************************* * * * News, Views and Gossip * * * ********************************************************************* From: Gemma Hall Please note that the Astronomy guidelines have been updated and are now available as a pdf document at _http://www.stfc.ac.uk/SciProg/Ast/AstDocs/Astrogrants.aspx_ Applicants are strongly advised to refer to the guidelines prior to submitting a proposal. Apologies for the late notice. If you have any queries then please contact Kim.Burchell@stfc.ac.uk ************************************ From: Melanie.Illsley@stfc.ac.uk STFC Innovations Partnership Scheme (IPS) Panel: Nominations Nominations are sought for two individuals to join the IPS Panel in September 2010. Panel members are drawn from the industrial community and the academic community with the latter representing the remit of the STFC science programme. On this occasion we are looking for two from the academic community. Panel members are normally appointed for a period of three years. Please submit nominations to Andi Kidd (Andi.kidd@stfc.ac.uk) by close of business Wednesday 31 March 2010. Remit of the IPS Assessment Panel The IPS Assessment Panel is a peer review body set up to make recommendations on grant applications received against IPS and the Follow on Funding scheme (FoF) whose objective is to further the exploitation and application of technologies developed through the Council's science programme. It will undertake this task having regard to the overall strategy and policy of Council and the Science Committee, and to the broad financial situation as advised by the executive. Terms of Reference: - with reference to the assessment criteria, review and make recommendations to the Council executive on all grant applications to IPS and FoF; - to provide referees comments on completed IPS and FoF; - if required, to comment on and/or make recommendations regarding any other business or partnership applications; - to liaise with other bodies as necessary; Please note that the duties of Panel members are expected to include: - review proposals (plus any supporting documentation such as referee reports, letters of support etc) received for each IPS closing date prior to each peer review meeting (normally four quarterly closing dates per year). This may typically take one to two days, dependant on the number of proposals received; - attend the peer review IPS Panel Assessment meetings (normally four per year ? usually one-day meetings although sometimes two-day, depending on the number of proposals received for each closing date; - review and agree the minutes after each IPS meeting as a correct record; - review Mini IPS proposals throughout the year, which can come in at any time, nominate a referee and complete a score sheet with comments for the PI; Nomination Process Candidates may be nominated by Heads of Departments, by a colleague or by self-nomination. .Please note that although not exclusively, STFC are looking for strength in the data handling and control Image/signal analysis, pattern recognition area to complement the existing expertise within the Panel. Information about nominees for the IPS Panel (not more than the equivalent of one side of A4) should include the following information: - the nominee's scientific areas of research and interests; - the nominees qualities, including academic/industrial background knowledge of the committees subject area; - nominee's experience of serving on STFC (formerly PPARC) and non-STFC committees; - any possible conflicts of interest; - justification as to nominee's suitability to sit on the suggested committee. Please also give contact details for the nominee, together with information on their current position and an indication of their status/seniority. For more information on the approach that STFC takes to appointing Panel and Committee members, please visit http://www.scitech.ac.uk/SciProg/Plan/Plandocs/NomsProcessWeb3htm.aspx Information on STFC?s honorarium and travel cost policy can be seen at http://www.stfc.ac.uk/About/Struc/Council/honallowances.aspx Please submit nominations to Andi Kidd (andi.kidd@stfc.ac.uk) by close of business Wednesday 31 March 2010. ************************************* From: Hugh Hudson - hhudson@ssl.berkeley.edu RHESSI Science Nugget http://sprg.ssl.berkeley.edu/~tohban/wiki/index.php/Narrowband_radio_signal_correlated_with_early_hard_X-ray_flux_during_a_microflare Can radio bursts and hard X-ray bursts be strictly orthogonal to each other? ********************************************************************* * * * Conferences, Workshops, Meetings * * * ********************************************************************* From: Ludwig Klein - ludwig.klein@obspm.fr CESRA 2010 workshop: registration has opened http://sidc.be/CESRA2010 Dear colleagues, The CESRA 2010 workshop will take place in La Roche-en-Ardenne (Belgium) from June 15 to June 19, 2010. The workshop's title is: "Energy Storage and Release through the Solar Cycle -Models Meet Radio Observations". You may find further information at the workshop's site: http://sidc.be/CESRA2010 With this message we 'd like to inform you that registration for the workshop has opened. Important deadlines: March 30: Registration and abstract submission for those requesting financial support March 30: Application for financial support May 10: Registration and abstract submission We hope to see you all at La Roche-en-Ardenne in June! Regards, Alexander Nindos and Christophe Marque (for the SOC) *********************************************************************** * * * Positions Vacant * * * *********************************************************************** From: Lyndsay Fletcher - lyndsay@astro.gla.ac.uk Two Postdoc Positions in the SOLAIRE network (1yr) Announcement of opportunity for two Postdoctoral Positions in the SOLAIRE Network In the framework of the SOLAIRE Marie Curie Network, two positions are available to carry out research at the recent postdoctoral level. Full information can be obtained on the SOLAIRE network web page http://www.solairenetwork.net/ These positions are open to young researchers working in any of the fields covered by the SOLAIRE network. The call for applications starts March 11st 2010 and will end April 4th 2010. Applicants can be recent post-doctoral researchers with between 4 and 10 years research experience after obtaining the graduation or master's title. Each of these two positions can last for up to 12 months, but the contracts cannot extend beyond May 31st, 2011. The successful applicant will be able to profit from the training and networking opportunities offered by SOLAIRE. Finance of these positions will be following the rules and salary levels prescribed by the European Commission. ******************************************** From: James McLaughlin james.a.mclaughlin@northumbria.ac.uk PhD in Solar Physics - Northumbria University http://computing.unn.ac.uk/staff/rnwp2/studentships_McLAUGHLIN.pdf Applications are invited to study for a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics at Northumbria University, in the areas of Solar Physics, Magnetohydrodynamics and Mathematical Modelling of Solar Phenomena. Fully-funded studentships are available. Magnetohydrodynamics is the study of magnetic fluids and gives a good description of the dynamics of the Sun's atmosphere. If you are looking for a Ph.D. that combines the areas of fluid mechanics, electromagnetism and astronomy, then perhaps a Ph.D. in Solar Physics is for you. Several potential projects are available, including mathematical modelling of solar phenomena, magnetic wave propagation in inhomogeneous media and the comparison of models with solar satellite data. Applicants should be highly motivated and have a good Honours degree in Applied Mathematics, Physics or a related subject. No prior knowledge of solar physics is required. Project descriptions and an online application form can be found at: http://www.northumbria.ac.uk/researchstudentships For further details, contact Dr James McLaughlin: james.a.mclaughlin@northumbria.ac.uk ******************************************** From: James McLaughlin - james.a.mclaughlin@northumbria.ac.uk Research Assistant / Senior Research Assistant in Solar Physics (3-year position) http://work4.northumbria.ac.uk/hrvacs/cei0907-10 Research Assistant / Senior Research Assistant (3-year position) [reference :CEI09/07 ] Applications are invited for an internally funded, Postdoctoral Research Assistant / Senior Research Assistant to undertake research in Solar Physics with Dr James McLaughlin. This postdoctoral position is fixed term for a period of 3 years from September 2010 until August 2013 (September is the expected start date, but this is flexible). Applications are welcome from all areas of Solar Physics research, including magnetohydrodynamics, mathematical modelling of solar phenomena, and the analysis of solar observations. Candidates should complete the application form and include a list of relevant publications as well as details of their research plans for the post. If you are interested in applying for this position, feel free to call me (0191-227-3667) or email me for further details (james.a.mclaughlin@northumbria.ac.uk). Note the deadline - Monday 5th April 2010 ! The job advert can be found here: http://work4.northumbria.ac.uk/hrvacs/cei0907-10 and I have reproduced it below. Note that the position is advertised as : Mathematics - Ref: CEI09/07 ______________________________________ Senior Research Assistants/Research Assistants School of Computing, Engineering and Information Sciences Ref: CEI09/07-10 Salary: SRA: ?25,198 - ?30,656; RA: ?20,316-?23,767 We are looking to appoint Senior Research Assistants / Research Assistants in the following areas: - Mathematics (fixed term until August 2013) - Ref: CEI09/07 - Renewable Energy (fixed term for 3 years) - Ref: CEI09/08 - Imaging for Forensics and Security (fixed term for 3 years) - Ref: CEI09/09 ? Photonic - Microwave Communication Engineering (fixed term until August 2011) - Ref: CEI09/10 You will be required to undertake research in a relevant area which is complementary to the current research portfolio of the School, contribute to teaching modules at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and engage in external activities to build collaborative research with other public and private organisations. You must hold a good first degree and have subject expertise within the relevant discipline. Relevant specialist knowledge gained from experience of research activity, professional practice or consultancy is also essential. A PhD in a relevant discipline is required for applications at Senior Research Assistant level. For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Dr. Colin Creasy on 0191 227 4348. If you would like to apply, please send your completed Application Form to staffcareers@northumbria.ac.uk. Application forms can be found here: http://work4.northumbria.ac.uk/hrvacs/cei0907-10 Northumbria University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. Closing date: 5 April 2010 ******************************************** From: James McLaughlin - james.a.mclaughlin@northumbria.ac.uk Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in Mathematics & Statistics http://work4.northumbria.ac.uk/hrvacs/cei0906 School of Computing, Engineering and Information Sciences Northumbria University (at Newcastle) Ref: CEI09/06 Salary: SL: ?36,715 - ?45,155; L: ?31,671 - ?35,646 You will be required to develop and deliver modules in Statistics and related areas of Mathematics at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels and also initiate and carry out research and/or consultancy which will contribute directly to the School. Engagement in external activities to build collaboration with public and private organisations will also be required. You must hold a good first degree in Mathematics, Statistics or a related area along with subject expertise in this area. You must also have experience of Mathematical research activity, including publications which will contribute to the research submissions of the School. For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Dr Colin Creasy on 0191 2274348 or Dr James McLaughlin (james.a.mclaughlin@northumbria.ac.uk). If you would like to apply, please send your completed Application Form to staffcareers@northumbria.ac.uk. Application forms can be found at: http://work4.northumbria.ac.uk/hrvacs/cei0906 Closing date: 5 April 2010 Northumbria University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. -- Dr Duncan H Mackay Mathematical Institute, University of St. Andrews, St. Andrews, Fife, KY16 9SS, Scotland. 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