Information Retrieval List Digest 277 (October 16, 1995) URL = http://hegel.lib.ncsu.edu/stacks/serials/irld/irld-277 IRLIST Digest ISSN 1064-6965 October 16, 1995 Volume XII, Number 40 Issue 277 ********************************************************** II. JOBS 1. Muhlenberg College, PA: Head, Library Systems and Automation 2. Children's Memorial Medical Center, Chicago, IL: Team Leader, Academic Information Management 3. Vanderbilt Medical Center: Coordinator, Information Services 4. Indiana U.: PHD Fellowships, Information Science III. NOTICES B. Meetings 1. EDCOM Pre-Conference: The Electronic Research Library 2. Knight-Ridder Information Update '95 ********************************************************** II. JOBS II.1. Fr: Myrna McCallister Re: Muhlenberg College, PA: Head, Library Systems & Automation LIBRARIAN, HEAD OF LIBRARY SYSTEMS AND AUTOMATION. (Search Extended) Newly created position. Muhlenberg College in Allentown, PA. A senior administrative position, permanent, 12- month, full-time, reporting to the library director. Guides the automation activities of the library. Provides leadership to address automation needs of technical and public services applications. Provides overall administration of the library's automated system (Innovative Interfaces). Trains library staff and patrons in the use of library automation and Internet, MOSAIC, and WWW resources. Develops and maintains library-related home pages. Analyzes patron use of systems. Plans and delivers courses in use of library automation and Internet. Participates in collection development and limited reference desk activities. Plans with library director and staff for job re-design and improved workflow as a result of emerging technologies. REQUIRED: MLS from ALA-accredited institution; at least 2 years post-MLS systems and automation experience in an academic library, or equivalent; knowledge of MARC format; experience with managing Innovative Interfaces or other automated library systems; familiarity with system architecture and database management; demonstrated ability to communicate with a wide variety of constituents with various levels of automation expertise; ability to function in a team-management environment; experience in dealing with computer center personnel; knowledge of standard software applications. PERFERRED: Knowledge of CD-ROMs, LANs, Unix, Hewlett Packard, the Internet and networking for the delivery of information; experience with budgeting and personnel issues; knowledge of basic reference sources and some experience with BI; supervisory experience in traditional library technical services. Review of applications will begin November 1, 1995, and will continue until the position is filled. Salary: $37-40,000. To apply, send letter of application addressing qualifications, resume, names, addresses and phone numbers of 3 recent professional references, and a statement of the candidate's philosophy of automation as it relates to library service to Myrna McCallister, Library Director, Trexler Library, Muhlenberg College, 2400 Chew Street, Allentown, PA, 18104. Muhlenberg College is a very selective private, liberal arts college of 1650 students and 150 faculty, located in Eastern Pennsylvania one hour from Philadelphia and two hours from New York City. Trexler Library is a new facility offering a modern and beautiful setting in the center of the 74-acre campus. Call or write for a fuller job description. Muhlenberg College is an AA/EEO employer. ********** II.2. Fr: Jane Campbell Re: Children's Memorial Medical Center, Chicago, IL: Team Leader, Academic Information Management Children's Memorial Medical Center 2300 Children's Plaza Chicago, IL 60614 DESCRIPTION: Children's Memorial Medical Center (CMMC) is a leading pediatric medical center dedicated to the health and well-being of all children. Our vision is to provide a brighter future for all children. As a pediatric training facility of Northwestern University Medical School and a founding member of the Northwestern Healthcare Network, our mission is to be a leader in pediatric health care delivery, research, education, and advocacy. CMMC seeks a professional to lead the Academic Information Management team. The position requires experience in the clinical and academic medical setting, as well as in the management of an automated library system/network. This position will report to the Chief Information Officer of Information Management and will lead the future direction of Academic Information Management by implementing, maintaining, and monitoring services that support the knowledge-based needs of the organization in meeting the patient care, research, and education needs of Children's Memorial Hospital, Children's Memorial Institute for Education and Research (CMIER), and CM Healthcare Resources, Inc. This professional will be required to work in a team- and project- oriented environment and will be responsible for providing reference and other services with a creative and innovative approach, as this area explores new avenues of providing knowledge-based information services as a part of our clinical information systems model. The position will be responsible for providingappropriate education programs for the CMMC faculty, staff, and visiting students, primarily in the use of MEDLINE along with how to access Internet and World Wide Web resources. Other responsibilities include collection development (print, electronic, and audiovisual materials), bibliographic maintenance, staff development, JCAHO compliance, and other quality, professional knowledge-based services: including but not limited to research, reference, searching, clinical outreach, circulation, interlibrary loan, video production, medical photography, and computer graphics. QUALIFICATIONS: *A Master's Degree in Library and/or Information Science from a program accredited by the American Library Association. *A minimum of 7 years of professional experience, preferably in a health sciences library or a demanding academic or medical setting, with a some supervision of professional and/or support staff. *Demonstrated ability in online searching of health sciences databases and word processing with an exposure to E-mail. Advanced knowledge and experience in information technologies, including the Internet, World Wide Web, HTML or related software, library automation software, and graphic and/or database management software. SALARY RANGE: $37,320 - 55,980. Applications will be accepted until December 1, 1995. Mail or fax your letter of application and resume to Children's Memorial Medical Center (address listed above): Julie Bonello, Chief Information Officer Information Management-Box 56 fax: 312/880-3280 E-mail: jbonello@nwu.edu Jane Campbell, Library Assistant Brennemann Library - Box 12 Children's Memorial Hospital 2300 Children's Plaza Chicago, IL 60614 email: jcampbell@nwu.edu phone: 312/880-4210 ********** II.3. Fr: Frances Lynch Re: Vanderbilt Medical Center: Coordinator, Information Services Vanderbilt University Medical Center The Annette and Irwin Eskind Biomedical Library POSITION: Coordinator of Information Services DESCRIPTION: The Eskind Biomedical Library seeks an experienced, innovative librarian to help us develop new roles and new approaches to the delivery of information services. This position will report to the Head of the Information & Education Services Division and will focus on management of the library's Information Desk and coordination of staff training in information resources and services. Additional responsibilities will include reference service, mediated searching, end user assistance, teaching, outreach, and collection development of print and electronic resources. We are seeking a professional who works effectively in a team and project oriented environment, who has initiative and creativity, and who demonstrates the ability to provide a broad range of reference services as well as the willingness to explore enhanced information services that reach beyond the boundaries of the traditional library. QUALIFICATIONS: * Master's Degree from an ALA-accredited program or acceptable equivalent. * Three or more years of experience in a health sciences library, preferably in a demanding academic or regional medical setting. Relevant experience in a previous career is valuable to us as we redefine the role of a health science library in a managed care environment. * Supervisory or project leadership experience or demonstrated potential * Demonstrated knowledge and expertise using health science information, retrieval systems and services, including the Internet and World Wide Web * In-depth knowledge of the literature of the health sciences * Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, faculty, students, and staff * Excellent interpersonal, oral, writing, presentation, and problem solving skills * Flexibility and the ability to work well in a demanding, rapidly changing environment * Evidence of professional involvement and creative activities (AHIP membership desired) ENVIRONMENT: The Annette and Irwin Eskind Biomedical Library is the principal health information delivery vehicle for Vanderbilt University Medical Center and the launch pad for its Community Health Outreach program. The architecturally striking facility was opened in March 1994 with state-of-the-art information management systems and connectivity to the Medical Center fiber optic network. As part of the Informatics Center, a federally designated IAIMS fast- track test site, librarians work in partnership with researchers in the Division of Biomedical Informatics and developers in the Hospital Information Management Department as we innovate the delivery of health information to our regional community. The Active Digital Library, Eskind's research and development component, complements a collection approaching 200,000 volumes and a full range of library services. The Medical Center, which includes a 661-bed hospital, extensive research facilities and the Schools of Medicine and Nursing, is an integral part of Vanderbilt's ten schools and colleges, comprising 10,000 students and 1600 full-time faculty members. Vanderbilt is one of over 15 colleges and universities in Nashville, Tennessee, the State Capital and home of the American music industry. With a metropolitan population of one million people, Nashville is a major business and educational center for the mid-South. The Eskind Biomedical Library Team: Creating Our Future in the Information Age. COMPENSATION: Salary is competitive, negotiable and commensurate with skills and experience (min.$32,000). Insured benefits and leave policies are those applicable to exempt employees of Vanderbilt University, including TIAA/CREF, Vanguard and VALIC retirement plan options. APPLICATIONS: To ensure first consideration, applications should be received by October 31, 1995, but they will be accepted until the position has been filled. Send letter of application and r sum , with names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to: Frances Lynch, Associate Director Eskind Biomedical Library Vanderbilt University Nashville, Tennessee 37232-8340 (FAX: 615-936-1384; E-mail: frances.lynch@mcmail.vanderbilt.edu) Vanderbilt University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Minorities, persons with disabilities and women are encouraged to apply. If you would like to discuss this position, please call 1- 800-288-0110 and you will be put in touch with a member of the hiring committee. Information about the library can also be found at our Web home page: ********** II.4. From: jmostafa@VELCOME.IUPUI.EDU Re: Indiana U.: Ph.D. Fellowships - Information Science Ph.D. Fellowships Indiana University, School of Library and Information Science (SLIS) SLIS announces opportunities for suitably qualified individuals keen to pursue doctoral studies in the rapidly evolving domain of information science. Strategically aimed at the development of researchers capable of advancing the field, a number of three-year Ph.D. fellowship awards, funded through the Department of Education's Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need (GAANN) and HEA Title II-B programs, are now available. Fellowship recipients will receive an annual cash stipend (up to $14,400, based on demonstrated financial need) plus full fee remission. As part of their doctoral program, fellows will receive teacher training and teaching experience. The School is focusing a major research effort in areas of information science that will shape the development of more user-centered and socially acceptable information technologies. Specific research themes include human-computer interaction, the design and evaluation of innovative multimedia information systems, networked information resources, and collaborative work. Fellowship recipients will be active participants in this research endeavor. A full time faculty of 20, with backgrounds in cognitive science, communications, anthropology, computer science, sociology, and information science, have strong links to other departments on campus. The School's facilities include a fully-equipped observation laboratory for the study of human-computer interaction and two networked computing laboratories supporting multiple platforms. A cluster of high-end microcomputing workstations allows students to work with Internet resources, software and database development tools, and scanning and image processing tools. Indiana University is a technology-intensive environment, so that opportunities for learning and working with information and communication technologies are numerous. Applicants for the GAANN and HEA fellowships should possess impressive academic credentials, a strong interest in the nature and use of information, and a commitment to acquiring and applying the theoretical and methodological skills necessary to perform scientific research in this domain. Academic background is less important than a demonstrable interest in understanding and contributing to the knowledge base of the field. Requests for additional information and application materials should be addressed to: Dr. Verna L. Pungitore, Director of the Doctoral Program, Indiana University, School of Library and Information Science, Main Library 011E, Bloomington, IN 47405. Phone (812) 855-2018; Fax (812) 855-6166; Internet address: pungitor@indiana.edu The School also maintains a World Wide Web server (available at URL, http://www-slis.lib.indiana.edu/) with information about its programs, courses, and faculty. ********************************************************** III. NOTICES III.B.1. Fr: Joan K Lippincott Re: Knight-Ridder Information's Update '95 KNIGHT-RIDDER INFORMATION'S UPDATE '95 * LEADING THE WAY * October 18-20, 1995 Sheraton Hotel, Boston, MA, CONFERENCE OVERVIEW: * Keep up with the latest in information technology. * Discover new techniques for searching. * Pick up tips on marketing your information center. * Find out how you can add value to your company. * Talk directly to experts in online research. * Share information with other information professionals. SAMPLE OF THE INFORMATION & APPLICATION SESSIONS: * Finding European Market and Trade Opportunities * Spicing Up Your Corporate Profile with Investigative Techniques * Business Research for Non-business Searchers * Focusing on an Industry * An Overview of Market Research Sources, Applications, and Search Tools and Techniques. * On the Cutting Edge of Biotechnology * New Tools for Tapping into the Drug R&D Pipeline * Finding Environmental Information: A Case Study * Chemistry for Non-chemists * Finding Technical Product Information: From Diodes to Software * Techniques for locating information on software and electronic products. * Tracking Trademarks: Keeping Apprised of the Competition * Tips for gaining insight to product development and marketing strategy by tracking trademark registrations using TRADEMARKSCAN(tm) databases from Thomson & Thomson. * Four of the Five Most Common Patent Searches: Who patented what patent based on which application, and who owns it now? * The Fifth Most Common Patent Search: Prior Art QUANTUM FORUM: Brainstorm ideas for increasing your visibility and effectiveness as an information consultant in your organization. Sessions include: * Adding Value to the Corporate Enterprise * Using the Internet as a Resource * Servicing the Information Needs of Remote Locations * Developing a Competitive Intelligence Program * Strategy Sharing Session: Producing Value-Added Services * Doing More with Less: Roundtable on Managing Outsourcing * Doing More with Less: Desktop Tools from Knight- Ridder Information * Skill-Building Sessions: Partnering with MIS * Maximum Impact Presentations * Negotiating Skills Other Events and Activities, including provider panels and product sessions, the K-R Information Showroom, our Database Bazaar, a special evening reception at the Museum of Science, and Keynote Address by Jim Cutie, president and COO of the New York Times Information Services Group. 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