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Thursday, October 20, 2011
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Job Opportunity from ALA - University of Idaho Library: Reference/Instruction Librarian Assistant professor
University of Idaho Library: Reference/Instruction Librarian Assistant professor; full faculty status, rank and responsibilities; 12-month appointment. This entry-level, tenure-track position offers the successful candidate an excellent career opportunity as a university faculty member and academic librarian.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate will participate as a library faculty member providing instruction and reference service in support of the academic programs of the University of Idaho. This entails providing general reference service (including some evening and weekend hours); collection management and liaison responsibilities to the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences; participation in active library instruction program; and development of Web-based instructional materials. Library faculty must demonstrate a record of scholarly achievement and service for tenure and promotion.
START DATE: January 2012.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required: Masters degree from an ALA-accredited library program; evidence of a broad knowledge of print and electronic information sources; evidence of teaching abilities; excellent oral, interpersonal, and written communication skills including effective presentation skills; familiarity with current technologies used in libraries; strong, enthusiastic commitment to innovative public service; ability to work effectively, independently, and collaboratively in a collegial environment; and ability to meet requirements for promotion and tenure.
Desired: Reference experience; academic library experience; experience in selecting and developing library collections; evidence of strong computer skills (including but not limited to experience with creating and maintaining Web-based products); demonstration of creativity or innovation in library services; experience with project planning and assessment; evidence of ability to provide service through electronic delivery; knowledge of data management and metadata schema, and evidence of scholarly engagement in the field of library or information sciences. As the University of Idaho is the flagship and land grant institution in the state, secondary subject masters in fields that support this mission will be welcomed, with preference for subject masters in Agriculture, Life Sciences, or related field.
IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL: be intellectually curious with a desire for continuous learning, enthusiastically contribute to the University’s research and teaching programs, explore emerging technologies with regard to potential library applications, and be committed to the ideals of faculty service.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: Appointment will be at the Assistant Professor rank; salary at this rank is $41,000 plus full fringe benefits. For complete information regarding benefits, please refer to this website: http://www.uidaho.edu/humanresources
TO APPLY: To be considered, applicants must complete the online application available at the University of Idaho’s Human Resources site: http://www.uidaho.edu/humanresources
Candidates will be asked to submit: letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for at least three references.
CONTACT: Direct questions for additional information to:
Diane Prorak, Chair, Selection Committee
University of Idaho Library
PO Box 442350
Moscow, ID 83844-2350
Review of applications will begin August 15, 2011
To enrich education through diversity the University of Idaho is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
About the University of Idaho
Founded in 1889, the University of Idaho is the state’s land-grant institution and its principal graduate education and research university, bringing insight and innovation to the state, the nation and the world. University researchers attract nearly $100 million in research grants and contracts each year. The University of Idaho is classified by the prestigious Carnegie Foundation as high research activity. The student population of 12,000 includes first-generation college students and ethnically diverse scholars, who select from more than 130 degree options in the colleges of Agricultural and Life Sciences; Art and Architecture; Business and Economics; Education; Engineering; Law; Letters, Arts and Social Sciences; Natural Resources; and Science. The university also is charged with the statewide mission for medical education through the WWAMI program. The university combines the strength of a large university with the intimacy of small learning communities and focuses on helping students to succeed and become leaders. It is home to the Vandals, and competes in the Western Athletic Conference. For more information, visit www.uidaho.edu.
Ramirose I. Attebury, M.L.I.S., M.A.
Head of Government Documents,
Assistant Professor
University of Idaho Library
Phone: 208.885.2503
http://www.facebook.com/UofILibrary
http://twitter.com/uofilibrary
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate will participate as a library faculty member providing instruction and reference service in support of the academic programs of the University of Idaho. This entails providing general reference service (including some evening and weekend hours); collection management and liaison responsibilities to the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences; participation in active library instruction program; and development of Web-based instructional materials. Library faculty must demonstrate a record of scholarly achievement and service for tenure and promotion.
START DATE: January 2012.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required: Masters degree from an ALA-accredited library program; evidence of a broad knowledge of print and electronic information sources; evidence of teaching abilities; excellent oral, interpersonal, and written communication skills including effective presentation skills; familiarity with current technologies used in libraries; strong, enthusiastic commitment to innovative public service; ability to work effectively, independently, and collaboratively in a collegial environment; and ability to meet requirements for promotion and tenure.
Desired: Reference experience; academic library experience; experience in selecting and developing library collections; evidence of strong computer skills (including but not limited to experience with creating and maintaining Web-based products); demonstration of creativity or innovation in library services; experience with project planning and assessment; evidence of ability to provide service through electronic delivery; knowledge of data management and metadata schema, and evidence of scholarly engagement in the field of library or information sciences. As the University of Idaho is the flagship and land grant institution in the state, secondary subject masters in fields that support this mission will be welcomed, with preference for subject masters in Agriculture, Life Sciences, or related field.
IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL: be intellectually curious with a desire for continuous learning, enthusiastically contribute to the University’s research and teaching programs, explore emerging technologies with regard to potential library applications, and be committed to the ideals of faculty service.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: Appointment will be at the Assistant Professor rank; salary at this rank is $41,000 plus full fringe benefits. For complete information regarding benefits, please refer to this website: http://www.uidaho.edu/humanresources
TO APPLY: To be considered, applicants must complete the online application available at the University of Idaho’s Human Resources site: http://www.uidaho.edu/humanresources
Candidates will be asked to submit: letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for at least three references.
CONTACT: Direct questions for additional information to:
Diane Prorak, Chair, Selection Committee
University of Idaho Library
PO Box 442350
Moscow, ID 83844-2350
Review of applications will begin August 15, 2011
To enrich education through diversity the University of Idaho is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
About the University of Idaho
Founded in 1889, the University of Idaho is the state’s land-grant institution and its principal graduate education and research university, bringing insight and innovation to the state, the nation and the world. University researchers attract nearly $100 million in research grants and contracts each year. The University of Idaho is classified by the prestigious Carnegie Foundation as high research activity. The student population of 12,000 includes first-generation college students and ethnically diverse scholars, who select from more than 130 degree options in the colleges of Agricultural and Life Sciences; Art and Architecture; Business and Economics; Education; Engineering; Law; Letters, Arts and Social Sciences; Natural Resources; and Science. The university also is charged with the statewide mission for medical education through the WWAMI program. The university combines the strength of a large university with the intimacy of small learning communities and focuses on helping students to succeed and become leaders. It is home to the Vandals, and competes in the Western Athletic Conference. For more information, visit www.uidaho.edu.
Ramirose I. Attebury, M.L.I.S., M.A.
Head of Government Documents,
Assistant Professor
University of Idaho Library
Phone: 208.885.2503
http://www.facebook.com/UofILibrary
http://twitter.com/uofilibrary
Friday, May 20, 2011
ALA Workshop: BioMed Central and Open Repository: A Comprehensive Approach to OA
As a delegate of the 2011 ALA conference in New Orleans June 23-28, BioMed Central and Open Repository are pleased to invite you to an institutional repository workshop that we are holding during the conference. The workshop will discuss the increasingly important topic of institutional repositories and the library's role in these.
Workshop details:
Title: BioMed Central and Open Repository: A Comprehensive Approach to OA
Venue: Sheraton New Orleans Hotel, Room Napoleon C1
Date: Sunday 26th June (Day 4 of the conference)
Time: 09:00 – 11:00.
Refreshments and snacks will be available during the workshop.
An institutional repository enables organizations and their researchers to openly archive their intellectual output and preserve it for the future. With the growth of open access and increasing funder policies, providing full open access to your institution's research has never been so vital.
The workshop will provide an overview of BioMed Central's publishing activities and Open Repository, its hosted repository service, and how they combine to provide a comprehensive approach to open access. The presentation will include a discussion of the growing role of institutional repositories, and how they can be acquired and implemented. The workshop will demonstrate how Open Repository has combined DSpace and non-DSpace applications to provide a robust repository service to its clients.
Space at the workshop will be limited so please confirm your attendance by emailing workshop@biomedcentral.com by 1st June 2011 to ensure your place.
BioMed Central will also be exhibiting at ALA, to find out more about our journals and products please visit us at booths 853 and 855 adjacent to each other. We look forward to seeing you in New Orleans.
Workshop details:
Title: BioMed Central and Open Repository: A Comprehensive Approach to OA
Venue: Sheraton New Orleans Hotel, Room Napoleon C1
Date: Sunday 26th June (Day 4 of the conference)
Time: 09:00 – 11:00.
Refreshments and snacks will be available during the workshop.
An institutional repository enables organizations and their researchers to openly archive their intellectual output and preserve it for the future. With the growth of open access and increasing funder policies, providing full open access to your institution's research has never been so vital.
The workshop will provide an overview of BioMed Central's publishing activities and Open Repository, its hosted repository service, and how they combine to provide a comprehensive approach to open access. The presentation will include a discussion of the growing role of institutional repositories, and how they can be acquired and implemented. The workshop will demonstrate how Open Repository has combined DSpace and non-DSpace applications to provide a robust repository service to its clients.
Space at the workshop will be limited so please confirm your attendance by emailing workshop@biomedcentral.com by 1st June 2011 to ensure your place.
BioMed Central will also be exhibiting at ALA, to find out more about our journals and products please visit us at booths 853 and 855 adjacent to each other. We look forward to seeing you in New Orleans.
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Academic Job Opportunity
This job opportunity was posted on the listserv for the Literature in English Section of ALA.
Please be aware of this great opportunity at Bucknell and share it with anyone you know who may be interested.
Librarian for the Arts and Humanities, Bucknell University, Lewisburg, PA
The Librarian for the Arts and Humanities is directly responsible for supporting and adding value to the education Bucknell students receive. This position serves as a central information resource for faculty and students in the arts and humanities, providing research support and instructional services as well as selecting, organizing and providing access to information in the arts and humanities. The Librarian for the Arts and Humanities is fully engaged with faculty and students providing relevant instruction, outreach and support for scholarship.
For additional posting details and for maximum consideration, post a cover letter, resume, and names of three references by midnight, May 20, 2011 on Bucknell University’s online recruiting website athttp://www.bucknell.edu/jobs. Bucknell encourages applications from women and members of minority groups (EEO/AA).
Carrie Rampp
Director of Library Services
Library & Information Technology, Bertrand Library
Bucknell University
Lewisburg, PA 17837
(570) 577-1557
(570) 428-4189 (cell)
Please be aware of this great opportunity at Bucknell and share it with anyone you know who may be interested.
Librarian for the Arts and Humanities, Bucknell University, Lewisburg, PA
The Librarian for the Arts and Humanities is directly responsible for supporting and adding value to the education Bucknell students receive. This position serves as a central information resource for faculty and students in the arts and humanities, providing research support and instructional services as well as selecting, organizing and providing access to information in the arts and humanities. The Librarian for the Arts and Humanities is fully engaged with faculty and students providing relevant instruction, outreach and support for scholarship.
For additional posting details and for maximum consideration, post a cover letter, resume, and names of three references by midnight, May 20, 2011 on Bucknell University’s online recruiting website athttp://www.bucknell.edu/jobs. Bucknell encourages applications from women and members of minority groups (EEO/AA).
Carrie Rampp
Director of Library Services
Library & Information Technology, Bertrand Library
Bucknell University
Lewisburg, PA 17837
(570) 577-1557
(570) 428-4189 (cell)
Thursday, April 21, 2011
Student ALA Conf Travel Scholarships
Unlimited Priorities (a small consulting firm that operates mostly in the publishing and information services space) has created a scholarship fund to support student travel to ALA meetings (http://www.aslesongrant.org/). The scholarship fund was established to honor Bob Asleson, a mainstay of progressive scholarly publishing for many decades. Beginning with the upcoming ALA Annual meeting in June (very short deadline for that), library/publishing/information science students will have the opportunity to compete for $1,500 travel grants by writing a short essay in response to a question posed by the trustees of the fund. We think this is a nice opportunity to encourage student participation in ALA, and would like to see our CIC students front and center in the competition. We're hoping that you all will be able to share this information with your students, and maybe even encourage a submission or two ahead of the May 1 deadline for the upcoming June meeting. Thank you for your interest!
Mark
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Mark Sandler
Director, CIC Center for Library Initiatives
1819 S. Neil St.
Champaign, IL 61820-7271
Phone: 217 244-9239
http://www.cic.net/CLI
Mark
___________________________
Mark Sandler
Director, CIC Center for Library Initiatives
1819 S. Neil St.
Champaign, IL 61820-7271
Phone: 217 244-9239
http://www.cic.net/CLI
Monday, April 18, 2011
Info Science and PR Professional Development Opportunity
May 4, there will be Refresh Sessions done by Refresh Indy. "RefreshIndy is a group of web designers, developers and media artists in Indianapolis, Indiana" (FB page).
May Refresh Sessions: http://refreshindy.com/may/
The five professionals are in the areas of Sales & Marketing; Startups & Business; Social Networking & Blogging; Web Design & Development; and iOS Application Development.
May Refresh Sessions: http://refreshindy.com/may/
For 30 minutes at a time, you'll get to sit in on a close session led by a great local pro. They're no slides, no props, no frills, just great conversation and an opportunity to learn. After 30 minutes, you'll get to move into another session.
Pizza and drinks, courtesy of Campaign Monitor, will be available for everyone. Attendance is limited to 75 people and tickets are just $10 each!
The five professionals are in the areas of Sales & Marketing; Startups & Business; Social Networking & Blogging; Web Design & Development; and iOS Application Development.
Monday, April 11, 2011
School Librarian Career Resource
For those of you looking for children's library or school library positions, check out the career page for the National Association of Independent Schools.
http://www.nais.org/career/home.cfm?ItemNumber=154553
Pass along your tips and hints.
Sarah
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