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Vacancy for Assistant Librarian ( IIT Bombay)
by Veeru 17 Jun '11

17 Jun '11

Dear Professionals, INDIAN INSTIUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, BOMBAY POWAI, MUMBAI – 400 076 *Assistant Librarian (3 Posts- 1 reserved for OBC 2 for Unreserved)* Pay Band : [PB-3] Rs. 15600-39100 + Rs. 6000/- (Academic Grade pay) (Total emoluments on the minimum of the Pay Band is approx. Rs. 37,448/- excluding HRA). *Qualification & Experience :* Master's degree in Library Science/Information Science/Documentation or an equivalent professional degree with at least 55% marks or its equivalent grade of B in the UGC seven point scale plus a consistently good academic record. At least 7 years experience in a responsible capacity in a University level Library. Candidates should be familiar with usage of Library software and have experience in library computerisation. *Age limit* : Preferably below 40 years. Last date for receipt of completed form to reach Registrar, IIT Bombay, Powai, Mumbai – 400 076 is 4 th July 2011 *for more Detils visit website *:*http://www.iitb.ac.in/AsstLib.pdf* Application form can be downloaded from *http://www.iitb.ac.in/jobs.html* * with regards Virupaksh BH National Library of India Kolkata. * -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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ILA 56th Conference
by Pardeep Rai 17 Jun '11

17 Jun '11

Dear sir kindly forward this information to Forum members Indian Library association is organizing its 56th All India Conference from 21-23 July at OP Jindal University, Sonepat, Haryana. the topic/theme is Public Libraries of the Future:opportunities and challenges Details of the conference etc can be downloaded from the below link www.ilaindia.net with regards -- Dr.Pardeep Rai Librarian Maitreyi College University of Delhi Chanakya Puri, New Delhi 110021( India) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Library Trainee
by Dr.Dineshan Koovakkai 17 Jun '11

17 Jun '11

Central University of Kerala located at Kasaragod, Kerala needs Library Trainees for its Library. Qualification required:BLISc/MLISc (preferably MLISc). Computer Knowledge is essential. The selection will be based on the interview and practical test. Stipend: Rs. 8000/- per month. Training period: One year. Those who are interested may attend the walk-in-interview and practical test with all original certificates on 28th June 2011 at 10am at the Central University Office at Nayanmarmoola, Kasaragod. Contact Phone No. 04994- 255533 Regards, -- Dr.Dineshan Koovakkai Assistant Librarian & Co-ordinator, NMEICT Central University of Kerala Vidyanagar P.O. Kasargod, Kerala, India Blog: www.dineshkoovakkai.blogspot.com Visit our library blog at: www.cuklibinfopage.blogspot.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Companies which have collection in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
by Kedar Patankar 17 Jun '11

17 Jun '11

I am the librarian of a chemical company. I wish to know the organisations/companys' names which have collection in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering. I wish communicate with those libraries to assess my collection. If any deficiency of titles is found in my library, I can improve Thanks and Regards, Kedar Patankar Librarian, Gharda Chemicals Pvt.Ltd., Tal.Khed, Dist.Ratnagiri (Maharashtra) 02356-272252 kedarcpatankar(a)yahoo.co.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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ILA CONFERENCE
by Prof. N. Laxman Rao. 16 Jun '11

16 Jun '11

Thursday July 21, 2011, 04:00PM IST THU jULY 21 TO Saturday July 23, 2011, 07:00PM IST ILA Conference Location:O. P. Jindal Global University Sonipat Institute Of Engineering & Management, Sh 11 Sonepat, HARYANA 131001 IN Price:2500 Indian Rupees Website:http://www.jgu.edu.in/Library/index.aspx Industry:education management Keywords: Intended For:• Library and information science professionals • Information seekers and leaders in knowledge industry • ICT and knowledge workers like content developers, web designers etc. • Policy makers and government officials • Educationists • Information provider Theme of the Conference • Public Libraries of the Future: Impact of socio economic changes: changed social, political, economic and legal environment, globalization of economy, strategic objectives of public library services, funding, profile and expectations of users. • Development & Management of Public Libraries: Statutory framework of public library services, obligations of the state and citizens, citizens charter, state funding, recession and budgetary cuts, public private participation, state policies, strategic initiatives, public library business models, philanthropic initiatives, best practices, quality management, performance indicators, public libraries and academic libraries, public library collaborations and consortia; and role of library associations. • Technology and Public Libraries: Impact on collection, access and delivery of services, Open Access Initiative, Public libraries as knowledge centres and IPR. • Marketing and Promotion of Public Library Services: best practices, case studies, innovative use of technology and media,users’ loyalty, customer profile and library branding. • Human Resources Management in Public Libraries: Best practices, new skills & competency requirement of public librarians, job descriptions, performance management, leadership & management of change, training & development needs, compensation management and partnership for effective delivery of services. Prof. N.LAXMAN RAO, President, Association of British Scholars (Hyderabad Chapter) (FACULTY, Dept or Library & Information Scince, OSMANIA UNIVERSITY:1975-2008) (UGC- EMERITUS PROFESSOR: 2009-11), Plot No: A-194, H.No- 1-8-10/1,Ravindra Nagar, Habsiguda, HYDERABAD- 500 007 (INDIA) +91-9246547599 (Mobile) e:mail-- naglaxman(a)yahoo.com OR naglaxman(a)gmail.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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What is the GOC rules of missing books and write off
by Bhoopendra Singh 16 Jun '11

16 Jun '11

Sir, What is the government office committee(GOC) rules regarding to lost (Missing) books /write off books in one year. Kindly you may send us updated rules. Thanks with regards, Bhoopendra Singh Librarian bhoopendra_jpr(a)yahoo.co.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Workshop for enhancing Professional competency of School Librarians in the Digital Era
by Vimal Kumar 16 Jun '11

16 Jun '11

*Date:* June 29-30, 2011 *Venue:* MG University Library School Libraries are the heart of the educational system. They play a pivotal role in nurturing knowledge and improving the quality of education. They not only help to inculcate the habit of reading but also a thirst for new knowledge. The advent of ICT has opened the doors of possibilities. Now the role of School Libraries has changed from mere information transfer to content generation. The School Libraries are becoming Information Clearing Houses and as such they will constantly change and adjust their role as catalysts in the Information Society. *Topics Covered * - School library Management skills - The internet - Organisation of School Libraries - Psychological approach of reading - Library Automation *Digital Sources of Information * Reading is usually associated with print materials which still commands significance, but many of the same materials can be read online through the internet. Digital resources comprise mainly E-journals, E-books, Online databases, Blogs, etc. The Internet, the medium that allows to access the information playground that is the World Wide Web, has provided a whole new medium for information exchange. Initiatives such as free softwares and open source initiatives have boosted the free use and availability of information. Digital Libraries are also gaining importance and enriching the world of information. The workshop aims to impart library organisation, management skills and awareness of the digital information sources. *General Information * Target Audience -School Librarians and Teachers in charge of libraries Registration Fee : Rs.500/- (including working lunch and tea) Maximum participants : 30 Admission: First come first serve The programme is being conducted as part of library extension services. The world is rapidly entering an era of technological revolution where information technology forms an integral part of social change. School Library acts as a bridge between school and Society, bringing increased knowledge in order to provide challenges to the inquiring mind of young people. School Librarians must have opportunities to keep up to date with the technological changes. We intend through this workshop, to make the School Librarians equipped with information handling skills in this new era. *Programme Co-ordinator * Laila T Abraham, 0481-2731018 Visit following link for information pamphlet. http://mgulmoments.blogspot.com -- Vimal Kumar V. Mahatma Gandhi University Library Kottayam, Kerala- 686 560 Web: http://www.vimalkumar.co.nr Blog: http://vimalkumar.oksociety.in http://linuxhalwa.blogspot.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "I forget what I was taught. I only remember what I have learnt" -Patrick White -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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BOSLA-CDAC National Conference on 16-17 Sep 2011 at Mumbai
by I C Bandi 16 Jun '11

16 Jun '11

Dear Moderator, Please publish this BOSLA-CDAC National Conference-2011 announcement for all the professional members of this Forum. ************************************************ Dear Professional, Greetings!!! We are happy to announce the two day national conference “Beyond Librarianship: Creativity, Innovation and Discovery” being jointly organised by BOSLA and C DAC, Mumbai on 16-17 Sept 2011. Some of the themes of the conference are, · Information Planning and Policies · Marketing of Library Services · Customer Service · Social Media · Library 3.0/ Web 3.0 · Mobile Computing and Libraries · Cloud Computing · Digital Libraries · CMS and Open Access · Open Access for Scholarly Content · Scientometrics / Webometrics · E-Learning · E-Resource Management · Human Resource Management Last date for submission of full paper is September 05,2011. Email your papers to library(a)cdacmumbai.in along with registration fees. Registration Fees: · Rs.2,500/- (Non-BOSLA Members) · Rs 2,000/- (For BOSLA Members) · Rs1,500/- (For Students) · Early Bird Discount: Rs 200/- (Last Date: 5th Sept.2011) Payment has to be made in favour of “BOSLA,Mumbai” Important Dates: · Last date for Registration: 10th Sept.2011 · Last date for paper submission: 5th Sept.2011 · Conference Date: 16-17th Sept.2011 Venue: C-DAC, Gulmohar Cross Road No.9, Next to Reliance, Web World & UTI, Near Punjab Grill Hotel, Opp. Juhu, Supreme Shopping Centre, JVPD, Juhu, Mumbai-49 For more details and brochure please refer Website www.bosla.org.in and www.cdacmumbai.in Thanks & Regards ********************************** Ishappa C. Bandi Asst. Manager Documentation TATA POWER COMPANY LTD Mumbai-400 019 Email: bandiic(a)tatapower.com/ icbandi(a)yahoo.co.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Urgently required Assistant Librarian and Professional Assistant at BIMTECH, Greater Noida‏
by Anil Singh 16 Jun '11

16 Jun '11

Dear Friends, Birla Institute of Management and Technology (BIMTECH), Greater Noida requires one Assistant Librarian and one Professional Assistant for its Learning Resource Centre urgently. Candidate should have MLISc degree and knowledge of Computer Application in Libraries. Salary will not be a constraint for deserving and experienced candidates. Send your CV by e-mail to the undersigned: Dr. Rishi Tiwari, Librarian, BIMTECH, Greater Noida. Mobile:09810583623, E-mail: rishi_70 at rediffmail.com rishi.tiwari(a)bimtech.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Need Information regarding Expert Directories
by Divakar Babu 16 Jun '11

16 Jun '11

I am planning to develop Experts Directory to my organization to enable knowledge seekers to reach to the experts. Please share me your valuable inputs related to expert directories (Articles, Presentation PDFs, Docs, Prototypes). -- Regards: Divakar Babu Novell Software Development (I) Pvt Ltd 65/2 'Laurel', D Block, Bagmane Tech Park, C.V. Raman Nagar, Bangalore - 560093 Cell - 9591377282 bdivakara(a)novell.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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