September 15, 2026
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Petition: A Petition for Continued Funding of Measurements by NASAs New Horizons Mission.
2. School: the 8th IAGA school, application deadline: 30th September.
3. Job opening: Postdoctoral Researcher in Theoretical Space Plasma Physics at the Ruhr University Bochum, the application deadline is 21 September 2026.
4. Job opening: Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Experimental Space Physics, the review of applicants will begin on October 1, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.
5. Science nuggets: Solar Orbiter science nuggets (Summer 2026 releases).
6. Workshop: Solar Orbiter Workshop #11, joint with PSP, PROBA 3, and PUNCH, from September 20th to September 24th 2027.
7. Job opening: Job Offer Augura Space, start date as soon as possible, ideally in late 2026 or early 2027.
8. Job opening: Postdoctoral researcher position in Space Physics/Astrophysics at the Space Research Centre PAS in Warsaw, Poland, application submission deadline: 17 October 2026.
9. Conference: Abstract Deadline Extended to 16 September | RAS Specialist Discussion Meeting (16 October 2026).
10. Job opening: Open PhD position at Aalto University on GPU modelling of stellar dynamos and space weather of exo-planetary systems, the deadline for applcations is 15th October 2026.
11. Conference: Call for Plenary and Invited Talks – 53rd EPS Conference on Plasma Physics, deadline: 7th October 2026.
12. Webinar: Next SHIELD Webinar “How to build a telescope”: A Discussion with Erika Hamden, date: 9th October, 2pm ET.
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1. Petition: A Petition for Continued Funding of Measurements by NASAs New Horizons Mission.
From: James Green, Former NASA Chief Scientist and Planetary, Division Director, <jlgreen1at earthlink.net>
Subject: A Petition for Continued Funding of Measurements by NASAs New Horizons Mission.
It is my (James Green) understanding that continued New Horizons heliophysics measurements are threatened unless NASA finds a way for the Heliophysics Division to fund the data collection and downlink. The Heliophysics Decadal states “New Horizons will fill a major gap in the understanding of the plasma physics of the outer heliosphere” (Priority Science Goal 4). New Horizons measurements are unique and must continue uninterrupted.
New Horizons is now in the outer heliosphere and is an essential element of the Heliophysics System Observatory making measurements that the Voyager spacecraft were not equipped to do. New Horizons is making in-situ measurements of Pick-Up Ions source population that the Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe (IMAP) observes remotely as energetic neutral atoms. This New Horizons-IMAP partnership provides a unique opportunity that will probably never again arise and must be fully exploited which should significantly help in defining future missions.
For questions, contact: jlgreen1 at earthlink.net
To sign the Petition go to -> https://c.org/Yv6zG7JnvL
2. School: the 8th IAGA school, application deadline: 30th September.
From: Ashley Smith, <ashley at mag.earth>
Subject: IAGA school.
Application deadline 30th September for the 8th IAGA School. The school will be hosted at KASI in Daejeon, South Korea, 10-15 July 2027 (the week before the IUGG assembly). Topics cover the full breadth of IAGA, from solar wind to paleomagnetism. See https://iaga-aiga.org/iagaschool/
3. Job opening: Postdoctoral Researcher in Theoretical Space Plasma Physics at the Ruhr University Bochum, the application deadline is 21 September 2026.
From: Daniel Verscharen, Ruhr University Bochum, <daniel.verscharen at rub.de>
Subject: Postdoctoral Researcher in Theoretical Space Plasma Physics at the Ruhr University Bochum.
We are inviting applications for the position of a postdoctoral researcher in theoretical space plasma physics at the Ruhr University Bochum (RUB) in Germany. Our research group at the Faculty of Physics and Astronomy investigates the fundamental physics of plasmas through analytical and numerical plasma theory. A focus of our work lies on space plasmas such as the solar wind, the solar corona, and planetary magnetospheres. Candidates joining our team will contribute to innovative research at the forefront of plasma physics with its interdisciplinary implications.
The successful candidate for this position will peform and communicate original research on the theoretical physics of plasma processes in space and astrophysical systems with a preferred focus on wave-particle interactions in collisionless plasmas. They will contribute to the interdisciplinary research at the RUB and in national and international research collaborations.
Successful applicants hold or are expected to hold a PhD in physics, astrophysics, or a closely related discipline. Good knowledge of basic and contemporary plasma physics as well as experience in theoretical plasma physics research are essential selection criteria. A track record in the theoretical study of wave-particle interactions in collisionless plasmas, strong skills in analytical plasma theory, and experience in the comparison of theoretical results with spacecraft observations are desireable selection criteria.
The position is available for a duration of 3 years, starting on or after 01 November 2026. The application deadline is 21 September 2026.
Please submit your application under the following link where you can also find further details, including a complete job description and person specification:
https://jobs.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/jobposting/860392d0e996dca417a488e534c6caafe3f70cf30
4. Job opening: Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Experimental Space Physics, the review of applicants will begin on October 1, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.
From: Jasper Halekas, University of Iowa, <jasper-halekas at uiowa.edu>
Subject: Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Experimental Space Physics.
The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Iowa invites applications for an experimental space physicist. The position is targeted at the rank of tenure-track assistant professor, but strong applications at the rank of associate or full professor will be considered. Duties of the position include: (1) leading a productive, visible, and externally funded research program in experimental space physics, (2) teaching and mentoring at undergraduate and graduate levels; and (3) service to the departmental, collegiate, and scientific community.
Informal inquiries about the position can be directed to Professor Jasper Halekas, with the subject line “Experimental Space Physics Faculty Search.” To apply, please visit the submission website Jobs@UIowa at https://jobs.uiowa.edu/content/faculty/ and refer to requisition #75971. The review of applicants will begin on October 1, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.
5. Science nuggets: Solar Orbiter science nuggets (Summer 2026 releases).
From: Miho Janvier, ESA, <miho.janvier at esa.int>
Subject: Solar Orbiter science nuggets (Summer 2026 releases).
It is our pleasure to share new Solar Orbiter science nuggets (June 2026 releases): https://www.cosmos.esa.int/web/solar-orbiter/science-nuggets
SO Nugget #96: Solar Orbiter catches external reconnection bringing a filament eruption to halt (Y. Fang, S. Tan, J. Guo, et al.)
SO Nugget #97: Solar Orbiter SEP dropout during a magnetic cloud with evidence for strong connectivity gradients (R. Bučík, R. Gómez-Herrero, S. T. Hart. et al.)
SO Nugget #98: Recovering the hidden core of solar flares in saturated Extreme UV images: first validation with EUI (S. Guastavino, D. Berghmans, C. Verbeeck, et al.)
SO Nugget #99: Persistence of the solar wind velocity along radial, longitudinal, and latitudinal spacecraft separation (D. Milošić, M. Temmer, S. G. Heinemann, et al.)
As a reminder, new nuggets will be added on a regular basis, based on input from the entire solar and space physics communities.
If you are working on Solar Orbiter data and would like your results to be featured, please contact Miho Janvier (miho.janvier at esa.int).
6. Workshop: Solar Orbiter Workshop #11, joint with PSP, PROBA 3, and PUNCH, from September 20th to September 24th 2027.
From: Matthieu Kretzschmar, LPC2E, <matthieu.kretzschmar at cnrs-orleans.fr>
Subject: Save the dates : Solar Orbiter Workshop #11, joint with PSP, PROBA 3, and PUNCH.
The next Solar Orbiter Workshop, number 11, joint with PSP, PROBA 3 and PUNCH will take place at the Palais des Congrès de Tours(1), in France, from September 20th to September 24th 2027.
This workshop will be an opportunity to take stock of the progress made in solar physics since the launch of SolO and PSP, and to discuss what is coming next, including the more recently launched missions.
Tours is a charming city, renowned for its food and wines, and located close to many famous castles of the Loire Valley. Tours can be easily reached by train from Paris (1h20). More information and a workshop website will be available soon. https://maps.app.goo.gl/vtfRpkjoFwiSyB3n8
7. Job opening: Job Offer Augura Space, start date as soon as possible, ideally in late 2026 or early 2027.
From: François Ginisty, Augura Space, <francois.ginisty at auguraspace.com>
Subject: Job Offer Augura Space.
Augura Space is hiring a Head of Science – Space Weather and Space Environment
Augura Space is a deeptech start-up building on research conducted at CNES and specialising in space weather intelligence and artificial intelligence for critical systems and infrastructure.
Following the release of our operational platform and the presentation of our initial forecasting research results, we are now developing several projects with CNES, ESA, the French Defence Innovation Agency, satellite operators and European industrial partners.
We are hiring a Head of Science to build and lead our scientific team, define our R&D roadmap, and turn cutting-edge research into operational services. Our work focuses in particular on the satellite radiation environment, the thermosphere and atmospheric drag, as well as ionospheric disturbances affecting GNSS and communications.
The position is based in Paris, with regular remote working possible, and combines scientific leadership, team management and direct contributions to research and development.
View the full position and apply:
https://auguraspace.com/en/carrieres/head-of-science/
8. Job opening: Postdoctoral researcher position in Space Physics/Astrophysics at the Space Research Centre PAS in Warsaw, Poland, application submission deadline: 17 October 2026.
From: Pawel Swaczyna, Space Research Centre of the Polish Academy of Sciences, <pswaczyna@cbk.waw.pl>
Subject: Postdoctoral researcher position in Space Physics/Astrophysics at the Space Research Centre PAS in Warsaw, Poland.
The Space Research Centre of the Polish Academy of Sciences in Warsaw is seeking a motivated postdoctoral researcher to conduct research on the local interstellar medium surrounding the heliosphere. The successful candidate will participate in modeling possible interaction scenarios in the local interstellar medium and how these scenarios are reflected in the distribution of interstellar neutral atoms observable by dedicated instruments on the IBEX and IMAP missions. The researcher will join the team led by Paweł Swaczyna (https://www.pawelswaczyna.com).
We offer a gross salary of 13 263 PLN/month (subject to personal income tax and social security deductions).
Period of employment: 12 months, with extension up to a total of 48 months, contingent upon satisfactory research progress.
Place of work: Bartycka 18a, Warsaw, Poland.
Start date: 1 November 2026 – 30 April 2027 (to be negotiated with the selected candidate).
Application submission deadline: 17 October 2026
Questions about the position can be directed to Paweł Swaczyna at pswaczyna at cbk.waw.pl
More information: https://cbk_pan.bip.gov.pl/fobjects/download/2340251/dk-110-k-5-2026-wr_ogloszenie_eng_09_2026-pdf.html
9. Conference: Abstract Deadline Extended to 16 September | RAS Specialist Discussion Meeting (16 October 2026).
From: Suman Chakraborty, Northumbria University, <suman.chakraborty at northumbria.ac.uk>
Subject: Abstract Deadline Extended to 16 September | RAS Specialist Discussion Meeting (16 October 2026).
This is a reminder to submit your abstracts for the upcoming RAS Specialist Discussion Meeting:
"How Does Solar Wind Control Earth's Radiation Belt Dynamics?"
Date: Friday, 16 October 2026
Venue: Burlington House, Piccadilly, London
We are pleased to announce that the abstract submission deadline has been extended by one week to:
Abstract submission deadline: 16 September 2026
Submit your abstract here: https://forms.gle/ttegA2Kaj83fAAfJ9
We also remind you that registration for the meeting is required and should be completed by 9 October 2026. Please register via the following link:
https://ras.ac.uk/events-and-meetings/ras-meetings/how-does-solar-wind-control-earths-radiation-belt-dynamics
If you have already submitted an abstract, please ensure you have also completed your registration.
10. Job opening: Open PhD position at Aalto University on GPU modelling of stellar dynamos and space weather of exo-planetary systems, the deadline for applcations is 15th October 2026.
From: Dale Weigt, Aalto University, <dale.weigt at aalto.fi>
Subject: Open PhD position at Aalto University on GPU modelling of stellar dynamos and space weather of exo-planetary systems.
The High-Processing Computing Lab (HPC Lab) group at Aalto University (Finland) is looking for a PhD candidate to work within the Reserach Council of Finland (RCF) funded PEAS (Population of Exoplanets around Active Suns) consortium alongside leading teams in stellar astrophysics, exoplanets, and high-performance computing.
The PhD candidate will focus on the modelling and interpretation of host stars’ dynamo mechanisms and magnetic activity using fully compressible MHD in global and local frameworks, integrated with physics‑informed machine learning and coronal/wind modelling.
More details of the project can be found here: https://aalto.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/aalto/job/Otaniemi-Espoo-Finland/Doctoral-researcher_R47962
The successful candiate will be offered the oppotunity to work in an excellent and unique research environment in the capital region of Helsinki: our consortium conducts top-notch work in the intersection of astrophysics, data, and computer science. This will give the candiate a chance to develop a unique set of skills appreciated both in academia and industry. The successful applicant will have access to a unique combination of HPC resources: Aalto Triton cluster (versatile Tier-2 system for testing, porting, and benchmarking); national CSC supercomputers (e.g. Roihu, Tier-1 systems for medium-level production runs); EuroHPC LUMI (Tier-0, for high-duty production); EuroHPC PRACE competed resources.
This project would be suitable for a student with a background in either astrophysics, applied physics, computational science, or any other closely related field, with strong programming skills (e.g., C/C++/Fortran and Python) and with experience in reproducible workflows/version control.
The deadline for applcations is 15th October 2026 with the following required (in one pdf file):
- CV
- Cover letter (1–2 pages) describing your fit and motivation to the project tasks
- Degree transcripts
- Contact information for 1-2 referees
- Links to code repositories, theses, or preprints (if available)
For further details and informal enquires, please contact Prof. Maarit Korpi-Lagg (maarit.korpi-lagg at aalto.fi)
11. Conference: Call for Plenary and Invited Talks – 53rd EPS Conference on Plasma Physics, deadline: 7th October 2026.
From: Giulia Cozzani, LPC2E, Orléans, France, <giulia.cozzani at cnrs-orleans.fr>
Subject: Call for Plenary and Invited Talks – 53rd EPS Conference on Plasma Physics (DL 7 October 2026).
The 53rd EPS Conference on Plasma Physics will take place on 5-9 July 2027 at the Swiss Plasma Center at EPFL, in Lausanne, Switzerland. https://epsplasma2027.epfl.ch/
The call for proposals for Plenary and Invited Talks is now open, with a deadline of 7 October 2026.
The conference programme covers Magnetic Confinement Fusion, Beam Plasma and Inertial Fusion, Low Temperature Plasmas, and Basic, Space and Astrophysical Plasmas. We particularly encourage members of the space and astrophysical plasma communities to submit proposals for Plenary and Invited Talks and help ensure strong representation of these fields in the conference programme.
Plenary Talks should provide a broad, accessible overview of a key area in plasma physics. At least one-third of the content should be introductory to engage the full conference audience. Invited Talks should highlight cutting-edge research and significant new results across any area of plasma physics.
Self-nominations for plenary and invited talks are accepted, please make sure this is clear in your submission. Please note that members of the Programme Committee and EPS Plasma Physics Division Board cannot be nominated, and speakers invited at either of the previous two conferences cannot be re-nominated.
Proposals should be submitted through the conference Indico page: https://indico.epfl.ch/e/epsplasma2027
For questions concerning Plenary and Invited Talk nominations, please contact the Programme Committee Chair, Eva Kovacevic, at eva.kovacevic at gmail.com. For general conference or Indico-related questions, please contact epsplasma2027 at epfl.ch.
12. Webinar: Next SHIELD Webinar “How to build a telescope”: A Discussion with Erika Hamden, date: 9th October, 2pm ET.
From: Nick Gross, Boston University, <gross at bu.edu>
Subject: Next SHIELD Webinar “How to build a telescope”: A Discussion with Erika Hamden.
Join us for the next SHIELD Webinar. “How to build a telescope”: A Discussion with Erika Hamden
Friday Oct. 9th, 2pm ET. Registration: https://shielddrivecenter.com/shield-webinars/
Dr. Erika Hamden is the Principal Investigator of the Eos Mission, a NASA Small Explorer class UV space telescope to be proposed in 2026, and the Deputy Principal Investigator of Aspera, a NASA Small Satellite UV telescope expected to launch into orbit in early 2027. Both missions are designed to observe stars, galaxies, and the diffuse gas that flows between them in ultraviolet light — wavelengths that can only be studied from space. She previously built FIREBall-2, a pioneering NASA-supported UV-spectrograph balloon mission designed to map the circumgalactic medium from the Earth’s stratosphere rather than from space. Hamden is a professor at the University of Arizona, directs the UA Space Institute, hosts the Arizona Public Media television series “New Frontiers,” and is the author of the popular science book Weird Universe.
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