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Vecancy @ National Law University, Orrisa
by Veeru 01 Mar '12

01 Mar '12

Dear Professionals, * National Law University, Orrisa* *Librarian:* EQ: i. Master’s degree in Library Science /Information Science with at least 55% of the marks or its equivalent grade for 55% where grading system is practiced. ii. A Ph.D. degree in the above discipline and / or allied discipline with a consistently good academic record. iii. A minimum of 13 years of teaching/librarian experience of which at least 5 years experience as a Deputy Librarian in a University Library or 10 years’ experience as Assistant Librarian in the University or as College Librarian. iv. Evidence of innovative library service and organization of published work and ICT modernization of library. v. Evidence of published work with a minimum of 10 articles and / or publications in indexed/ISBN/ISSN numbered journals and / or ISBN /ISSN numbered books. *Assistant Librarian* - 15600 - 39100 GP : 6000 Qualification : 1. Master’s Degree in Library Science/Information Science/ Documentation or an equivalent professional degree with at least 55% of the marks OR its equivalent grade of B in the UGC seven point scale plus a consistently good academic record, computerization of library with five years experience. 2. Qualifying in the National Level Test conducted for the purpose by the UGC or any other agency approved by the UGC. For More Informnation more: *http://www.nluo.ac.in/nluo/careers/* Application form: * http://www.nluo.ac.in/nluo/files/Application_Form_Non-Teaching_Positions.pdf * -- Thanks and Warm Regards Virupaksh. B. H Library and Information Assistant National Library of India, Kolkata-700027 Email Id: *veerulis(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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Application for the post of Scientist ( Library and Information Science) in NISCAIR (CSIR)
by Subhodip Bid 01 Mar '12

01 Mar '12

*Dear Professional * * * *Application for the post of Scientist ( Library and Information Science) in NISCAIR (CSIR) * *Library & Information Sciences ( OBC-1)* * * *Essential*: Ph.D. (Submitted) in Library & Information Science *Desirable* : Working knowledge in (i) Computer Applications; (ii) Acquisition of e-resources, Agreement & licensing with publishers/vendors of information resources; (iii) Accessing international databases (iv) Library automation and digitization *Job Requirement:* * * Library & Information Research and Management; Management of e-resources; Literature search including patents; Information delivery; Information analysis and generation of reports; Acquisition and management of scientific literature and services; Management of library operations For more details http://www.niscair.res.in/Downloadables/advertisement-scientist-27Feb12.pdf -- SUBHODIP BID M.Sc,M.L.I.S, AIS Information Professional National Library, Kolkata -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Journal articles_reg
by sankar kumar 01 Mar '12

01 Mar '12

Dear all, One of our faculty members needs the full text of the following articles on Organizational behavior and Psychology for the pupose of his research work. It would be more helpful, if anyone can send the soft copy for the same. 1. Title: ''Development and validation of work family conflict and family work conflict scales" Journal of Applied Psychology, 1996, 81(4), 400-410 2. Title: ''Women's involvement in multiple roles and psychological distress" Journal of personality and social psychology, 1985, 49: 135-145 3. Title: Work values and job rewards: a theory of job satisfaction" American sociological review, 42: 124-143 4. Title: A model of work, family and interrole conflict: a construct validation study" Organizational behavior and human performance, 1983, 32: 198-125 5. Title: Employed parents: role strain, work time, and preferences for working less Journal of marriage and the family1987, 49: 579-590 6. Title: Conflicts between work and family life'' Monthly labor review, 1980, 103: 29-32 Thanking you, P.S. Kumar Librarian ICFAI Foundation of Higher Education Hyderabad -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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CfP: Conference on Mobile Web Initiative in India; 15th March 2012, New Delhi
by Puna Das 29 Feb '12

29 Feb '12

Conference on Mobile Web Initiative in India 15th March 2012 India Habitat Center, New Delhi Organized by W3C India and IAMAI India continues to be one of the world’s fastest-growing telecommunications market due to a progressive regulatory regime, huge capital outlays for network expansion by operators, reductions in tariffs and cost of handsets. Accessing internet through mobile is seen as the future, hence enabling Indian languages on the mobile with parallel efforts enhancing the languages content on the web coupled by the development of various standards supporting these initiatives and our participation in such a global platforms is the ultimate long term goal. Interoperability is the key issue so that the dissemination of multilingual news and information can be handled seamlessly across service providers and variety of mobile available in the market. Creating Web content that works well on mobile devices is challenging for the majority of today’s Web content creators, since most of them are more accustomed to creating content for desktop devices. This conference will cover various issues and challenges like presentation issues, mobile keypads, text transmission etc in mobile web in Indian languages. The Conference seeks to inform practitioners about the potential challenges which can be encountered during the implementation of mobile applications in Indian languages. This conference also covers the future actions that could accelerate the adoption and impact of W3C standards in the development of mobile applications in Indian languages. Objectives of the Conference : 1. The Conference seeks to inform Technology developer/Service providers about the potential challenges which can be encountered during the implementation of mobile applications in Indian languages. 2. The current challenges and barriers that limit the potential impact of mobile technology in development. 3. Development of M-Governance in India and its approaches to mainstreaming mobile delivery of services. 4. The future actions that could accelerate the adoption and impact of the mobile platform for development Programme Sessions Inaugural Session: * Importance of local language in internet and mobile adoption. * Moving away from exclusive to inclusive web with Indic; * Opportunities in Local languages Session 1 : "Challenges of Indic Adoption on Mobile Web * Technology for enabling Indian Languages on Mobile Platform * Lack of multi standard interoperability Session 2:"Best Practices for building Indic Web content for Mobile Web" * Lack of Local Language support on commonly visited websites * Lack of Discoverability of existing websites Session 3 :"Enabling mobile & wireless handheld devices in Indian Languages" * Indic as key to handset adoption * Standardization in Text transmission in Indian Language * Current barriers, challenges and limitations for rendering vernacular content * Best practices of delivery in Mobile device in Indian languages Session 4 :"Technology Demo for Deployment of Mobile Based Services" Call for Speakers To submit your request to be a speaker please send an email to w3cindiaoffice-dit(a)nic.in with the Subject Line:" Mobile Web Initiative in India" conference speaker submission. In the email be sure to include your contact information as well as the topic and abstract you are interested in speaking on. We are looking for presentations that address the following topics : 1. Standardization of mobile keypads 2. Standardization in text transmission(SMS,MMS,IM) in Indian languages 3. Fonts and rendering issues in Indian languages 4. Current barriers and challenges in mobile web for Indian languages 5. Limitation of mobile devices while deploying mobile applications in Indian languages 6. Accessibility of mobile devices, services and content for people with disabilities 7. Best practices for delivery web contents in mobile devices in Indian languages 8. M-Governance in India 9. Mobile-OK Certification/Checker for Indian languages. Free Online Registration Further Details -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Extended Date:Call for Papers- ICTK2012, 10 - 13 July 2012, Bangalore, India
by ictk drtc 29 Feb '12

29 Feb '12

Due to request from authors we are extending the date for submission of extended abstracts up to *31**st** March 2012* *International Conference on Trends in Knowledge and Information Dynamics** 10-13, July, 2012* *Hosted by: Documentation Research and Training Centre (DRTC) Indian Statistical Institute (ISI)* *Bangalore, India* *http://drtc.isibang.ac.in/ictk* <http://drtc.isibang.ac.in/ictk> Email: ictk2012(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in Documentation Research and Training Centre (DRTC) of Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) was founded by late Prof. S.R. Ranganathan in 1962. We are happy to announce ICTK-2012 as part of DRTC Golden Jubilee celebrations. *CALL FOR PAPERS* We invite extended abstracts in English on a wide range of *themes and sub themes.* <http://drtc.isibang.ac.in/ictk/subthemes> Broadly the themes of the conference are divided into main streams. However, authors are encouraged to submit papers on narrower and related areas, as the following are only broader guiding themes. Stream 1: Trends in Library Education and Research Stream 2: Trends in Public Library Services Stream 3: Trends in Domain Specific Information Systems and Service Stream 4: Trends in Open Access to Information and Data Stream 5: Trends in ICT applications to Library and Information Science For complete list of topics please visit * http://drtc.isibang.ac.in/ictk/subthemes*<http://drtc.isibang.ac.in/ictk/themes> Extended abstract in specified template<http://drtc.isibang.ac.in/ictk/guidelines>may be sent to: ictk2012 at drtc dot isibang dot ac dot in LAST DATE FOR ... - Submission of Extended Abstract: *31**st** March** , 2012* - Acceptance of Extended Abstract: *15**th** **April**, 2012* - Submission of Full Paper:*15**th** **May**, 2012* - Camera Ready Copy (after suggestions from reviewers): *1**5**th** **June, 2012* - Registration: Opens from *15**th **December,2011 *onwards *CONTACT AND ENQUIRY* Prof. A.R.D. Prasad (Convener - ICTK-2012) Documentation Research & Training Centre (DRTC), Indian Statistical Institute (I.S.I), 8th Mile, Mysore Road, R.V. College Post, Bangalore - 560059, Karnataka INDIA Phone: +91-80-28482711 Fax : 91-80-28484265 Email: ictk2012 at drtc dot isibang dot ac dot in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Survey on the Continuing Education needs of Librarians - Reminder
by Perin Marolia 29 Feb '12

29 Feb '12

Dear Friends: I am conducting a survey on the Continuing Education needs of Librarians. *I am focusing at present on all librarians in Maharashtra only.* I thank all those of you who have already responded, but I request more librarians from Maharashtra to respond. Pl click on the following link and fill out the questionnaire. http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/T7JZFMF Needless to say, all information provided by you will remain confidential. I have sent out the questionnaire link through some e-groups, etc. So, if you have already answered the questionnnaire, please ignore this message. Looking forward to a good response, Thanks and regards, Dr. (Mrs) Perin Marolia -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IFLA Electronic Resource Guide
by sandeep bhavsar 29 Feb '12

29 Feb '12

Respected All The Acquisition & Collection Development Section is proud to announce the publication of the IFLA Electronic Resource Guide. The purpose of this Guide is to develop an awareness of the key issues that every library will need to consider and address in developing an e-portfolio. You'll be able to read this document at the following address: http://www.ifla.org/en/publications/ifla-electronic-resource-guide Regards Sandeep Bhavsar Librarian Dr. V N Bedekar Institute of Management Studies Thane (W) 400601 INDIA Mob : 9987049099 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National Seminar:Electronic Resources in Academic and Research Libraries
by Mallikarjuna C 29 Feb '12

29 Feb '12

Dear Professionals, The University Library of Sri Venkateswara University is going to organise a Two Day "National Seminar on Electronic Resources in Academic and Research Libraries" on 26th-27th March, 2012. The seminar will cover all areas dealing with different types of Electronic Resources. Some suggestive themes of the seminar are: · Electronic Resources · Technological issues in E-Publishing · Standards for Electronic Resources and Interoperability · E-Resources Managing Systems (ERMS) · Electronic Resources for Education · Users and usage of Electronic Resources · Electronic Resources in Libraries · Digital Rights Management · Economics of Electronic Resources For more details: http://nserarl.blogspot.in/ For online registration click here Organising Secretary Dr.K.Surendra Babu Assistant Professor, S.V.University Library, Tirupati-517502 Cell : 9572246734 Email : surendrasvul[at]gmail.com<http://tech.groups.yahoo.com/group/libtech/post?postID=sGIhJBWPcvchf7dPwQZY…> -- Best Regards, C.Mallikarjuna ******************************************** Central Library Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad http://library.iith.ac.in ******************************************** -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Journal Publishers Take Fight Against Open-Access Policies to US Congress
by Dr. J. K. Vijayakumar 28 Feb '12

28 Feb '12

Link: http://blog.libraryjournal.com/annoyedlibrarian/2012/01/09/publishers-again… Dr. J. K. VIJAYAKUMAR. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy Announcement for Temporary Post
by kesang 28 Feb '12

28 Feb '12

Dear Members, SAARC Documentation Centre, New Delhi is looking for two Project Assistants (LIS) and one Project Assistant (IT) on temporary basis for a period of six months which may be extended based on the performance). For two Project Assistant (LIS), Educational/Professional Qualifications Requirement: Master Degree in Library & Information Science or equivalent AIS/DRTC trainees with First Division (Minimum 60% marks) from a recognized university Experience: One year experience in the field of digital library/ database management Remuneration: INR 15000/- per month For one Project Assistant (IT), Education /Professional Qualification Requirement: B. Tech. in Computer Science & Engineering /Master Degree in Computer Science / MCA or equivalent with First Division (Minimum 60% marks) from a recognized university Experience: One year experience in the field of Database Development & Management and Website management Remuneration: INR 15000/- per month The walk in interview is scheduled for 26th March 2011 at SAARC Documentation Center, NISCAIR Building, 14 Satsang Vihar Marg, New Delhi – 110067. For more information please log on to www.sdc.gov.in. Regards, Kesang Dechen Dy. Director SAARC Documentation Centre NISCAIR Building 14, Satsang Vihar Marg New Delhi – 110067 TelFax: 0091 -11- 2686 3609 www.sdc.gov.bt -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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