August 2010 - LIS-Forum - ncsi.iisc.ernet.in

Are you an online author?
by zafar iqbal 31 Aug '10

31 Aug '10

Dear Professional, Are you an Online Author? Ever published in electronic media? or support the Open access movement ? If YES, please go through following link: http://www.kwiksurveys.com/online-survey.php?survey_ID=KBKJHJ_69dfea8c&prev… -- Regards, Mohamed Musthafa. K Dept. of Lib & Info. Science Aligarh Muslim University Aligarh, UP, INDIA - 202002 Cell No. 09557633714 http://musthafalis.blogspot.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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temp. trainee with Blisc, or diptoma, or JOC
by ksc＠library.iisc.ernet.in 31 Aug '10

31 Aug '10

Applicatins are invited for Temporary project trainees at JRD tata Memorial library J.R.D. TATA MEMORIAL LIBRARY INDIAN INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE BANGALORE-560 012 INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR TEMPORARY PROJECT TRAINEES Advertisement No.L/L-3A/2010 dated 28th April, 2010 Number of positions 2 (Gen-1, SC/OBC-1) Duration Up to march 2011. The duration will be extended or reduced at the discretion of the authorities. Minimum Qualification Bachelor of library and information science under 10+2+3+1 awarded by any recognized university, Government of India or Diploma in Library & Information Science under 10+2+2 years of study, awarded by Department of Technical Education, Government of Karnataka. Or Job Oriented Course (JOC) in Library & Information Science under 10+2 years of study awarded by Directorate of Vocational Education, Government of Karnataka. The candidates should have secured at least Second Class or equivalent grade (Pass Class or equivalent grade in case of SC/ST candidates) in BLISc or Diploma or JOC. Sound knowledge in Library activities and basic knowledge of computers is desirable. Job Description The selected candidate has to carry out the routine house keeping activities in the library like : 1. Re-shelving of the used documents 2. Maintenance of the stack area of the library 3. Stock verification 4. any other work assigned from time to time Chudamani -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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regarding some Pharma Journals
by surajit sarkar 31 Aug '10

31 Aug '10

Dear Professionals, We want to subscribe some International and National Journals for Pharmacy for our B- school. Kindly send some list of National and International Journals for subscription with price list. Waiting for your reply, Thanks Regards, Surajit Sarkar Asst Librarian Eastern Institute Of Integrated Learning in Managment(EIILM) Kolkata. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Reopening of the Max Mueller Bhavan Library in New Delhi
by Seth, Renu 30 Aug '10

30 Aug '10

The Library at Max Mueller Bhavan Reopens with a New Fascinating Look The Goethe-Institut is the cultural organization of the Federal Republic of Germany. In India the Goethe-Institut is known as Max Mueller Bhavan (MMB) in honour of the German Indologist Friedrich Max Mueller. For more than 50 years, the library at Goethe-Institut/Max Mueller Bhavan New Delhi, has been a resource and an inspiration for Indians interested in German language, culture and society. An excellent collection on German artists, poets and philosophers is the major attraction for the library readers. Over 3000 students attending the German language courses per year at MMB enjoy the library as a space for learning and meeting. To meet the growing and diverse needs of its readers, the library has been completely redesigned and opens its doors with a fascinating new look. Flexible space, an aesthetically appealing design, state-of-the-art technical equipment and furniture characterize the new library. The facilities include an attractive lounge area, comfortable group and individual work areas, modern multi-media stations as well as an ever growing collection of books and audiovisual media. With its creative new interior design, the library can be transformed into a multipurpose space for film screenings, readings, and lectures. To inaugurate and introduce the new library, Max Mueller Bhavan organizes a Library Week. On this occasion, Dr. Klaus Ulrich Werner, Director of the Philological Library of the Freie Universität and a leading German expert on modern and innovative library buildings, has been invited. He will outline the key qualities of flexible user-oriented library space and will show some remarkable examples of new academic and public libraries. We invite you to join us on: September 8, 6.30 pm "Building the Library of the Future" by Dr. Klaus Ulrich Siddhartha Hall, Goethe-Institut/ Max Mueller Bhavan, New Delhi September 7-9, Library Week: for further information about the programmes please visit www.goethe.de/newdelhi <http://www.goethe.de/newdelhi> Please send us your confirmation, if you are participating in the event. Yours sincerely, Renu Seth Chief Librarian Regional Library Max Mueller Bhavan 3, Kasturba Gandhi Marg New Delhi-110001 Telephone +91-11-23329506 seth(a)delhi.goethe.org <mailto:seth@delhi.goethe.org> http://www.goethe.de/newdelhi <http://www.goethe.de/newdelhi> -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Project Assistant. Temporary vacancy at IGIDR, Mumbai
by G.K.MANJUNATH 28 Aug '10

28 Aug '10

Applications are invited from residents of Mumbai for a temporary post of Project Assistant, to reach the undersigned on or before Sept 5, 2010. Qualification: M.Li.Sc or equivalent with minimum 55% marks Age : Below 28 years Skills : Knowledge of Thesaurus and very good communication skill. [English Language] Familiarity with any one bibliographic software [CDS/ISIS or WINISIS] and computer keyboard operations. Candidates should have good general reading habits & interest in current affairs related to politics, economy, national and international events. Salary : Rs.12000 to Rs.15000/- PM Duration of the project - 4 months, till December 2010 and likely to continue. Contact : gkm(a)igidr.ac.in Job involves indexing and abstracting articles published in Indian social science journals, working papers and compilation of details of forth coming conferences for the portal 'Open Index Initiative ' [ http://oii.igidr.ac.in ] thanks, Dr.G.K.Manjunath Chief Librarian Indira Gandhi Inst of Development Research Film City Road Santosh Nagar Goregaon(East ) MUMBAI - 400 065 India Phone: 022-28416528 email: gkm(a)igidr.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Senior Library Information Assistant (2) at Indian Institute of Technology, Rajasthan
by Vinod Singh 28 Aug '10

28 Aug '10

Dear Professionals Post: 1. Senior Library Information Assistant (9300-34800, GP-4200): 2(UR) Last date: Sep 20, 2010. Click for Advertisement : http://www.iitk.ac.in/iitj/Website%20Advertisement%20for%20Non%20Academic%2… Application form: http://www.iitk.ac.in/iitj/Application%20Form_nonappoint.pdf Essential (1) Bachelor of library science from a recognized University / Institute securing a minimum of 60% marks in 10, 10+2, Graduation and B. Lib. (2) Two years experience in a reputed library and knowledge of relevant computer applications. Desirable Candidates possessing higher academic qualification and/or experience, and knowledge of Library automation & networking will be preferred. With regards, Vikusi* Senior Research Fellow (Ph.D) Dept. of Lib. & Info. Sci. University of Delhi Delhi-110007 *Vinod Kumar Singh -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Library Officer at Central Pulp and Paper Research Institute, Saharanpur (U.P.)
by Vinod Singh 28 Aug '10

28 Aug '10

Dear Professionals Post: 1. Library Officer (9300-34800, GP-4200): 1 (UR) Last date: Within 30 days. Age limit: 32 years Experience: 7 years Click for Advertisement : http://www.cppri.org.in/job-openings.html With regards, Vikusi* Senior Research Fellow (Ph.D) Dept. of Lib. & Info. Sci. University of Delhi Delhi-110007 *Vinod Kumar Singh -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Senior Library and Information Assistant at Botanical Survey of India, Andaman and Nicobar (Staff Selection Commission).
by Vinod Singh 28 Aug '10

28 Aug '10

Dear Professionals Post: 1. Senor Library and Information Assistant (9300-34800, GP-4200): 1 (UR) Last date: Sep 6, 2010 Click for: Advertisement & application form: http://www.sscer.org/ (Advertisement no. ER-02/2010) With regards, Vikusi* Senior Research Fellow (Ph.D) Dept. of Lib. & Info. Sci. University of Delhi Delhi-110007 *Vinod Kumar Singh -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Top Ten (10) Social Media Competencies for Information Professionals
by noufal palliparamban 27 Aug '10

27 Aug '10

Dear All: This is very intresting stuff to explore and practise...... Top Ten (10) Social Media Competencies for Information Professionals · Understand, articulate and teach others about the main principles and trends of web 2.0 (and library 2.0) · List major tools, categories and affordances of social networking sites · Apply social media to solve information problems, and communicate digitally with users · Use social networking sites for promotional, reference and instructional services in libraries · Navigate, evaluate and create content on social networking sites · Follow netiquette, conform to ethical standards and interact appropriately with others online · Explain copyright, security and privacy issues on social media sites to colleagues and user communities · Understand the importance of identity and reputation management usingsocial media · Explain related terminology such as collaboration 2.0, remix and open source · Renew social media competencies, advocate for institutional strategies and policies and build evidence base in social media…” Reference: (Excerpted from Top Ten (10) Social Media Competencies for Librarians) Thanking you, Noufal.PP Head & Manager (Information Services) Tata Motors, Jamshedpur Mobile: 09234607094 (O) 09430766010 (P) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Librarian Vacancy
by Ramakant Navghare 27 Aug '10

27 Aug '10

*To, Dear All Library Professional, Please go through the following details; * A reputed IB school offers positions for Librarian in Mumbai . School Profile : This International School, Mumbai is an IB World School. It is a co-education school offering IGCSE (International General Certificate of Secondary Education) and IBDP ( International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme ) for Indian as well as students from abroad. The school, spread over 10 acres, equipped with state - of - the - art infrastructure and backed by an international recognized curriculum. The faculty comprises experienced teachers with excellent track record across the world. Modelled on ‘Carpe Diem’ ( seize the day ) way of life. This school encourages students to dabble in a variety of activities that leads to all-round development and a healthier and open attitude. The focus is on grooming the students as responsible global citizens, while retaining the Indian ethos. It has unique Day Boarding and Weekly Boarding facility for students. The school curriculum, which has been modelled on the lines of the systematic, scientific and practical system, with affiliation to IGCSE and IBO, is at par with the best of international schools. The focus, however, is not just on academic curriculum , but on shaping a well-rounded personality of each student. Accordingly, the school offers a wide range of co-curricular activities including art and craft, sports and games, music and dance among other things. Besides, borrowing a leaf from some of the leading finishing schools in Switzerland, the school has designed a finishing program which includes personal grooming, personality development and leadership skills among other things ; students will be trained in English diction with emphasis on building vocabulary and refining accent, social etiquette, table manners, ballroom dancing, art of dressing, sitting, greeting and making conversations along with public speaking, time management and anger management. Job Profile: 1.Responsible for over all charge of Library. 2.Acquisition of Books and reference material 3.Subscription and management of periodicals. 4.Maintenance and updating Clipping services in subject wise. 5.Archiving of the news & entertainment footage in FCP server. 6.Co-ordination with other departments of organization. 7.Review and implementation of policy and procedures. 8.Collection development . Location - Dahisar E Skills – Fluency in English is very important. SALARY NO CONSTRAINT FOR DESERVING CANDIDATE. If interested in the above mentioned profile, kindly mail us your resume with designation on the subject line, along with current & expected CTC . The above mentioned profile does not suit you; kindly pass on the details to friend / colleague who might feel suitable for the said position. Resumes to be mailed on *leadplacements(a)gmail.com* Jumana LEAD Placements 9768688008 9820370596 022-64132987 -- Thank You, Regards, Ramakant Amar Navghare (M.L.I.Sc/NET) Librarian CKT College of Arts, Com. & Sci. New Panvel. http://www.ckthakurcollege.net/ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Skype ID :ramakant.amar.navghare Mob. No. : +91 09324564183 Mobile Website : http://wapamama.net/ramakant/ Personal Blog : www.ramakantnavghare.blogspot.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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