Section editor solicitation
NASA SCoPE is soliciting section editors for the upcoming special issues of the Bulletin of the American Astronomical Society: Celebrating the Wonder of Science in the Shadow. This is an opportunity to gain experience as a section editor and be listed in the journal for your contributions.
February 2024 publication:
November 1 - Article reviews begin (4 weeks allowed to edit each article)
February 1 - All articles must be reviewed by this time
July 2024 publication: Due dates TBD
Sectionsavailable
Photography
images of the eclipse or guides and tips for eclipse photography
Informal learning experiences
outreach & public engagement before, during, and after the eclipse
Community science
volunteer scientists in action or results of volunteer science
Evaluation
impact of events and activities before, during, and after the eclipse
Eclipse multimedia
artwork, performances, video
Eclipse science
results from data collected during the eclipse
Professional development
descriptions or models of in-person, virtual, and asynchronous training provided to scientists, educators, amateur astronomers, or volunteers related to the eclipse
Formal learning experiences
descriptions of classroom activities, lessons, and projects (including submissions from classes)
Logistics
local, regional, & large-scale coordination & movement of people
Personal reflections
stories, poems, or other creative pieces from individuals describing their own journey and experience at the eclipse
Oral histories
recorded interviews of individuals with personal eclipse experiences for the purpose of adding to the historical record
Benefits of participation
Section editors will be grouped together to include an educational communications specialist with a subject matter expert. They will each be asked to collaboratively review and edit 5 to 10 submissions. Submissions will begin and available for review November 1, 2023 and must be completed within 4 weeks of submission. All submissions for the February publication are due by February 1, 2024.
- Stipend of $750 provided upon completion
- Training available for subject matter experts and an additional $50 stipend
- Named as section editor within the publication which can be added to professional curriculum vitae
Who should be a section editor
NASA SCoPE is seeking applicants* that meet the following criteria
- U.S. citizens or permanent residents (AKA - green card holders) and
- Scientists, researcher, or engineers who have received their degree OR PhD candidates (post-qualifying exam).
Not eligible for SCoPE funding and want to serve as a section editor? Complete the interest form.
All applicants must identify with one of these NASA-affiliated categories:
working on a NASA-funded project
working with NASA data in research
working as a member of a NASA mission team
working on science topics that fall within the scope of the NASA's Science Mission Directorate
*Preference will be given to applicants who identify as a member of a historically marginalized group.