Space Physics Postdoc Survey

POSTDOCS AND OTHER NON-PERMANENT RESEARCHERS –

Please fill out the survey found at the link below!

https://redcap.helsinki.fi/redcap/surveys/?s=TCPL4WJJCMFAYJDM

Or follow the QR code in this post.

The questionnaire is anonymous and does not require registration.

This survey is intended to measure the working conditions and career prospects of non-permanent researchers in the international heliospheric, magnetospheric, and ionospheric–thermospheric physics communities. We are particularly interested in the challenges faced by post-PhD researchers as they work to advance their careers.

In this project, we are motivated by the following questions:
1. How are postdocs doing in our field?
2. Are there any issues that need to be addressed? What are the causes?
3. What can be done to improve the situation?

We intend to publish the survey results and use them to promote postdoc wellbeing in our community.

The survey will close on January 11, 2025. Be sure to submit your final answers before then, and also to share the link with other postdocs and non-permanent researchers.

For more information, you may contact the survey administrators: konstantinos.horaites@helsinki.fi , giulia.cozzani@cnrs-orleans.fr , eleanna.asvestari@helsinki.fi , maxime.grandin@fmi.fi

Thank you for your participation!

XXth IAGA Workshop Summer School

A summer school for students and young observers was organised as part of the XXth IAGA Workshop on Geomagnetic Observatory Instruments, Data Acquisition and Processing, which recently took place in Vassouras, Brazil. This offered students, young scientists, technicians and young observers from all over the world an opportunity to immerse themselves in the fascinating world of geosciences and deepen their knowledge of the study of the Earth's magnetic field. In this post, we want to share some insights and experiences gathered during this inspiring summer school.

The Summer School at the XXth IAGA Workshop in Vassouras offered 42 participants from many different countries a variety of exciting activities. From lectures by renowned experts in the field of geomagnetic observatory management to practical exercises, poster presentations and demonstrations by instrument manufacturers, the programme was educational and varied.

A highlight was the guided tour through the Geomagnetic Observatory in Vassouras (VSS) where students were given training by experienced colleagues. The participants were able to experience first-hand how magnetic measurements are carried out and learned how this data can be interpreted. These hands-on experiences helped participants to deepen their understanding of the complexity of the Earth's magnetic field and gain new perspectives.

There were also many networking activities, one was an excursion to a Cachasa brewery followed by a get-together with live music and local drinks, where participants were able to socialise with like-minded people and experts. The exchange of ideas and experiences was inspiring and offered participants the opportunity to expand their knowledge and make new connections.

The summer school was not only an opportunity to learn and grow, but also an unforgettable experience that provided participants with new insights, friendships and memories. We would like to thank the Local Organising Committee (LOC), and the Scientific Committee for the rich and inspiring programme and the successful execution of the XX IAGA workshop.

- ICEO (IAGA Interdivisional Commission on Education and Outreach)