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Non-Library person appointed as the Director of INFLIBNET Centre - Library Network
by Francis Jayakanth 19 Dec '18

19 Dec '18

From: Sharmila Ghosh <milaghosh(a)gmail.com> Sent: 18 December 2018 21:51 Why jump to conclusions so soon? Why not wait and watch? Afterwards librarians can constitute a referendum and initiate the right course of action. Students from Social Sciences background are being hired by Berkeley Labs California..(US National Laboratory for research in fundamental and applied sciences) !!! Supposedly India follows the US in many ways ;) Sharmila Ghosh Consultant (Retired), Library & Information Services Mysore Karnataka 571130 (India) Mob: 9818742924<tel:098187%2042924> On Tue, Dec 18, 2018 at 7:13 PM Francis Jayakanth <francis(a)iisc.ac.in<mailto:francis@iisc.ac.in>> wrote: From: Dr. A.T. Francis <francisaloor(a)yahoo.com<mailto:francisaloor@yahoo.com>> Sent: 18 December 2018 14:55 Dear Library Professionals, It is a very shocking news that a Non-Library person appointed as the Director of INFLIBNET Centre. This is a very unscientific decision to manage a Library Network by non-librarian. Though the essential qualification for the post is that the person from relevant field, the appointed person is from Statistics, which is not the relevant field. It is the prime duty and responsibility of all library professionals and associations to intimate the authorities the damage may create to the profession and also to the academics and R&D at large by the decision. How a Non-Medicine man can do treatment and surgery. A computer man can establish physical network, but can not manage knowledge and library and provide knowledge services scientifically and effectively. Dr. A.T. FRANCIS, MCom, MLISc, NET, PhD UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN Kerala Agricultural University Thrissur - 680 656, India, 91-9496839409 (m) francisaloor(a)yahoo.com<mailto:francisaloor@yahoo.com>

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Non-Library person appointed as the Director of INFLIBNET Centre - Library Network
by Francis Jayakanth 18 Dec '18

18 Dec '18

From: Dr. A.T. Francis <francisaloor(a)yahoo.com> Sent: 18 December 2018 14:55 Dear Library Professionals, It is a very shocking news that a Non-Library person appointed as the Director of INFLIBNET Centre. This is a very unscientific decision to manage a Library Network by non-librarian. Though the essential qualification for the post is that the person from relevant field, the appointed person is from Statistics, which is not the relevant field. It is the prime duty and responsibility of all library professionals and associations to intimate the authorities the damage may create to the profession and also to the academics and R&D at large by the decision. How a Non-Medicine man can do treatment and surgery. A computer man can establish physical network, but can not manage knowledge and library and provide knowledge services scientifically and effectively. Dr. A.T. FRANCIS, MCom, MLISc, NET, PhD UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN Kerala Agricultural University Thrissur - 680 656, India, 91-9496839409 (m) francisaloor(a)yahoo.com

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Applications invited for the post of Librarian and Asst. Librarian
by Shekar H P 18 Dec '18

18 Dec '18

Dear Moderator, Please circulate this notification for the benefit of forum members. Applications are invited for the post of Librarian and Asst. Librarian at The Oxford Educational Institutions HSR Layout Bangalore-560102 *1. Librarian:* Required Minimum Qualification: Masters in LIS from a recognized *regular* Universities and NET / SLET Post qualification experience: Minimum 5 years Should have thorough Knowledge on Computers, web designing and Library Management softwares (LMS). Good communication skills. Salary: Based on their qualification, experience and performance in the interview *2. Asst. Librarian:* Required Minimum Qualification: Masters in LIS from a recognized *regular* Universities and NET / SLET Post qualification experience: Minimum 2 years Applicants should have thorough Knowledge on Computers, Library Management softwares (LMS). And good communication skills. Applicants should be ready to work in shifts from 11:00AM to 6:00PM whenever it required Salary: Based on their qualification, experience and performance in the interview. Applications may be sent to the following Email: *hsrinfocentre(a)theoxford.edu <hsrinfocentre(a)theoxford.edu> on or before 26.12.2018*. -- *Dr. Shekar HP* *MLISc.,M.Phil., B.Ed., PGDHRM., Ph.D.,* *Chief Librarian* *The Oxford Educational Institutions* *Bangalore* *www.drshekar.weebly.com <http://www.drshekar.weebly.com>* *www.theoxford.edu <http://www.theoxford.edu>* P *Please don't print this email unless you really need to; and preserve trees on planet Earth* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Pre-conference Workshop on Koha and DSpace during ‘National Conference on Advanced Automation Technologies for NextGen Libraries’ during May 20-24, 2019
by Dp Tripathi 18 Dec '18

18 Dec '18

Dear Friends, We are extremely delighted to bring to your information that Biju Patnaik Central Library (BPCL), NIT Rourkela is organizing Pre-conference Workshop on Koha and DSpace during ‘National Conference on Advanced Automation Technologies for NextGen Libraries’ during May 20-24, 2019. This is an attempt to strengthen the technical skills of the Koha and DSpace users / participants so that they can maximum exploit the features and troubleshoot typical issues. Live running software needs some typical technical skills to handle the issues so that we can provide uninterrupted services to end users of library. Some of the proposed topics are mentioned below to be covered during workshop. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lhilXCk3jmE • Technical difficulties and solutions while installing the Koha • Basics of all modules and handling routine operations • Setup cron jobs for execution of specific works • Automatic backup and restorations • LDAP configurations • Public report and JSON report conversion in HTML • Understanding Koha database schema • Writing Koha SQL reports as per local requirements • Multiple cover flow activation • OPAC customization • OPAC result display customization • Koha and integration with social networks • Web 2.0 based features of Koha and its applications • RFID integration with Koha • Integration of Koha with other software like vufind, CMS, etc. • Koha notices and printer configurations • Export and import features of Koha • Data migration skill and tools, etc. • Propose Topics for DSpace Technical difficulties and solutions while installing the DSpace • Basics of all modules and handling routine operations • Integration with ORCID id • DSpace update related issues • Backup and restoration • Customization of metadata fields • Uses statistics, etc. For more details, you may please browse the details at: https://elpesnitr.wordpress.com/workshop-2/ For registration, download the form at https://elpesnitr.files.wordpress.com/2018/12/registration-form1.pdf Contact Details: Dr. Bhojaraju Gunjal, Organising Secretory, B.P. Central Library, NIT Rourkela, Rourkela-769008, Odisha, India. +919439420860/+916612462101 E - elpesnitr(a)gmail.com W - https://elpesnitr.wordpress.com -- ********************************* *Dhanwantari Prakash Tripathi* MA (ECO), MLISc, HDISM, ECDL ********************************* Assistant Librarian, Periodicals Biju Patnaik Central Library National Institute of Technology Rourkela, Odisha –769008 INDIA ********************************* *YouTube - Librarian Guide <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqq2XkD5KKp5W7VrMJOsGhw>* ********************************* *M - +91-8895296796* *U - www.dptripathi.in <http://www.dptripathi.in> * *********************************

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National Library, India
by ssdas91＠gmail.com 17 Dec '18

17 Dec '18

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IIT Gandhinagar: International Conference CLSTL 2019- Deadline Extended for Submitting Proposal/Abstract for Presentation & Poster
by TS Kumbar 17 Dec '18

17 Dec '18

Dear Professional Colleagues, A quick update on the International Conference CLSTL 2019 at IIT Gandhinagar from 28th Feb - 2nd March, 2019. - Deadline for submitting proposal/abstract for presentation & Poster:*Extended till 31st December, 2018.* - Revised date for notifying acceptance of proposal/abstract to Presenter: *10th January, 2019*. - List of eminent speakers <http://events.iitgn.ac.in/2019/CLSTL/speakers/> announced and more to be added. - Interesting workshops on the following emerging area*s being organized:* - *Creating Data Repository Using Dataverse* - *Data Visualization Service in Libraries* - *MakerSpaces in Libraries* - *Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) in libraries * - Publication of Post Conference Proceedings. Please visit the conference website for further details, updates and registration: http://events.iitgn.ac.in/2019/CLSTL/ *Registration* - Final registration deadline: *31st January, 2019* We would therefore request you to kindly consider submitting a proposal/abstract of your proposed presentation and actively participate in this event to share innovative ideas, rich experience and best practices followed in your library for the benefit of other conference attendees. We would highly appreciate, if you could kindly spread the word about this conference among your colleagues and professional friends and encourage them to consider participating in this professional event. Looking forward to your participation and support. Kind regards Kumbar -- T. S. Kumbar, PhD Librarian Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar Palaj, Gandhinagar 382 355*|* Gujarat | INDIA Tel: +91 79 2395 2431 Mob: 09825921864 Email: tskumbar(a)iitgn.ac.in | tskumbar(a)gmail.com Website: http://www.iitgn.ac.in

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National Level FDP on "Scientific Writing in Research Publishing"
by meera anand 17 Dec '18

17 Dec '18

Greetings from JAIN (Deemed- to- be University)! Dear Professionals, With great pleasure, we would like to inform you that, the Learning Resource Centre, Jain (Deemed-to-be University), JGI Knowledge Campus, Bangalore in collaboration with the Digital Information Research Labs. (DIRF), Chennai, India is conducting a National Level Faculty Development Program on "Scientific Writing in Research Publishing" on 25th January 2018 at JGI Knowledge Campus, District Fund Road, Jayanagar 9th Block, Bangalore- 560069 About the Program Publications are practically used as the indicator to measure the quantum of research output. The publications indexed in the databases such as Scopus and ISI Thompson only are considered as publications at the global level. A large number of Indian papers are not accepted in ranked journals as many researchers do not gain an understanding of producing better content. Publishing the papers in peer-reviewed and internationally indexed journals is increasingly important, which will increase researchers’ index, wide acceptance and academic profiling. This is also very important for the ranking of the institutions. Objectives of the Program: -The ways of producing good research and writing eminent papers with scientific reporting -Gain exposure to creating new approaches and solve research problems -The content of a good research, good review and revision The program will address the following questions. • How to produce quality research publication? • How to reflect the research carried out through the publication? • What are the measures for research impact? • What is the best way to disseminate research? • How to structure the research publication? • How to assess the reviewed publication? • What is indexed research? • How to integrate the research in the process of global review and indexing? • How to increase the research publication quality and record high research productivity? • How to improve English language presentation and proofread the language without language experts? • How to find collaborators and form the collaborative network in research The program will discuss the ways to optimize the research publication activities and the structure of research publications, review and indexing process, methods of generating good publications, demonstration of global indexing databases, research networks and other citation and evaluation metrics. Who can participate? Researchers, academicians & scientists, librarians and administrators from Colleges, Universities, Research Laboratories and Scientific Agencies. Fees: Full-time students: Rs. 600/- (should carry valid ID cards compulsorily) Faculty and Industry Rs. 1000/- The fee covers kit, lunch, tea/coffee and certificate. No TA/DA will be provided to participants. Payment mode: Cash at Venue or DD drawn in favour of ‘Jain University – SCMS’ Those who like to pay cash can send a participation confirmation mail to- fdprogrammeju(a)gmail.com With Warm Regards, Dr Meeramani N Organizing Secretary Librarian, Jain (Deemed-to-be University) JGI Knowledge Campus 44/4, District Fund Road Behind Big Bazar Jayanagar 9th Block Bangalore-560 069 +91 9845500343 Email: n.meeramani(a)jainuniversity.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Learning opportunity for librarians
by Francis Jayakanth 17 Dec '18

17 Dec '18

From: Prof. Siddamallaiah HS <siddahss(a)gmail.com> Sent: 16 December 2018 12:40 Librarians in India requires one good technology corner.. www.itc2019.com is one such opportunity I am happy to recommend that Library Technology Conclave - www.ltc2019.com is a well organized, with good experts both from within the country (India) and abroad This conclave is to introduce e-learning as an integral part of library. Of late I have seen many advertisement for librarians as administrative/supporting staff. This conclave has honest effort to support librarians and libraries to update themselves LTC2019 is not just an event - it is a learning opportunity ... created for librarians... I hope all the librarians use this opportunity, attend, participate and encourage such conclave to help librarians more and more See you all at Cochin For details, visit, www.ltc2019.com Regards Dr. H.S.Siddamallaiah Former Principal librarian, NIMHANS

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Recruitment in Indian Maritime University for Deputy Librarian
by Subhodip Bid 14 Dec '18

14 Dec '18

Name of the post: Deputy Librarian Number of Post: 1 (One) Pay Matrix: Level 12 Pay matrix For more details: http://www.imu.edu.in/images/recruitments/2018/IMU_Dy_Lib_Advt%20dtd%2015.1… For application form: http://www.imu.edu.in/images/recruitments/2018/Deputy%20Librarian%20applica… For general instructions: http://www.imu.edu.in/images/recruitments/2018/GENERAL%20INSTRUCTIONS.pdf -- SUBHODIP BID M.Sc,M.L.I.S, AIS Library & Information Assistant National Library, Kolkata MOB. NO. - 08820604794

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Recruitment in Rampur Raza Library (Ministry of Culture) for Assistant Librarian and Library and Information Assistant
by Subhodip Bid 14 Dec '18

14 Dec '18

Name of the post: Assistant Librarian Number of Post: 2 (Two) *Educational Qualification:* (i) At least II class Master’s Degree in Arabic / Persian / Medieval Indian History from a recognised University or equivalent. (ii) Degree in Library Science. (iii) At least 5 years experience of professional work in a library of standing. Pay Matrix: Level 7 Pay matrix 44900- 142400 Name of the post: Library and Information Assistant Number of Post: 2 (Two) *Educational Qualification:* (i) Degree in Arabic / Persian / Medieval Indian History from a recognised University or equivalent (ii) Degree in Library Science. (iii) 2 years experience of cataloguing, indexing and related work in a library of standing. Pay Matrix : Level 6 Pay matrix 35400- 112400 For more details: http://razalibrary.gov.in/docs/Applications.pdf -- SUBHODIP BID M.Sc,M.L.I.S, AIS Library & Information Assistant National Library, Kolkata

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