Received: by stubbs.ucop.edu (5.57/1.34) id AA18726; Tue, 26 Sep 95 09:27:39 -0700 Message-Id: <9509261627.AA18726@stubbs.ucop.edu> Received: from UCCVMA.UCOP.EDU by uccvma.ucop.edu (IBM VM SMTP V2R3) with BSMTP id 9273; Tue, 26 Sep 95 09:26:55 PDT Received: from UCCMVSA.UCOP.EDU (NJE origin NCG$UR@UCCMVSA) by UCCVMA.UCOP.EDU (LMail V1.2a/1.8a) with BSMTP id 3289; Tue, 26 Sep 1995 09:26:55 -0700 Received: by UCCMVSA.UCOP.EDU Tue, 26 Sep 95 09:25:15 PDT Date: Tue, 26 Sep 95 09:25:15 PDT From: "Nancy Gusack" To: IRDIGEST@stubbs Status: RO IRLIST Digest ISSN 1064-6965 September 25, 1995 Volume XII, Number 37 Issue 274 II. JOBS 1. U. Illinois-Urbana/Champaign: GSLIS, Manager, LRL 2. UCLA: Science & Engineering Librarian III. NOTICES B. Meetings 1. CIKM Workshop: Intelligent Information Agents 2. Document and Text Management Conference IV. PROJECTS D. Miscellaneous 1. IR Questionnaire ********************************************************** II. JOBS II.1. Fr: Mark Kadzie Re: U. Illinois at Urbana-Champaign: GSLIS, Mgr. LRL Graduate School of Library and Information Science University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign The Graduate School of Library and Information Science seeks a full-time Manager of Instructional Technologies for its Learning Resources Laboratory (LRL), the unit of the School that supports learning about and experience with information technologies. The manager will have responsibility for overseeing all aspects of lab operation, assisting faculty in integrating use of electronic resources throughout the curriculum, and coordinating instructional support for users of the lab. The LRL serves over 250 library and information science graduate students. The LRL currently has 17 IBM-compatible microcomputers with TCP/IP links to the School's minicomputer network and the Internet. Users of the LRL also have access to CD-ROM and online databases, audiovisual and presentation equipment, and print-based ready reference materials. Specific responsibilities include: work with faculty to support technology demonstrations and applications in courses; acquire and organize software, databases, documentation, and related publications; install software and configure equipment; assist faculty and students in keeping current on developments in hardware, software, and networking technologies relevant to library and information science; provide instruction to individuals and groups using lab resources; formulate policies and procedures for lab operation; recruit, train, and supervise paid and volunteer staff; promote awareness of lab resources; enhance lab resources by seeking additional support from University sources and from vendors and suppliers; maintain contacts with related services elsewhere in the University. Minimum qualifications include: an M.S. in library and information science or a closely related area, with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; knowledge and experience with current computer (DOS, Microsoft Windows, Macintosh, Unix) and networking technologies; knowledge of online search systems, CD-ROMs, and Internet resources; excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to train and supervise paid and volunteer staff; ability to work effectively with faculty and students; strong service attitude; ability to handle multiple priorities. Experience in developing instructional materials and training in information technologies are also desirable. The position is open and will be filled as soon as possible after closing date. Salary dependent on qualifications and experience. Minimum salary: $27,000. Send a letter of application and complete resume with the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references by mail, fax, or e-mail to: Linda C. Smith Chair, Search Committee Graduate School of Library and Information Science University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 501 E. Daniel St. Champaign IL 61820 Phone: 217/333-3281; Fax: 217/244-3302; Electronic mail: LCSMITH@uiuc.edu In order to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by Oct. 15. The University of Illinois is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. ********** II.2. Fr: Karen Murray Re: UCLA: Science & Engineering Librarian THE LIBRARY University of California Los Angeles Professional librarians at UCLA are eleven-month academic appointees. They are entitled to two days per month of annual leave, one day per month of sick leave, reductions in incidental fees, and all other perquisites granted to non-faculty academic personnel. The University has an excellent retirement system and sponsors a variety of group health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans. A candidate for appointment shall have a professional background of competence, knowledge, and experience to assure suitability for appointment to this series. Such background will normally include a professional degree from a library school with an accredited program. In addition to professional competence and quality of service within the library, criteria for promotion include professional activity outside of the library, University and public service, research and other activity. Rank: Assistant Librarian/Associate Librarian/Librarian Name of Unit: Science & Engineering Library Position Title: Science & Engineering Librarian Salary Range: $29,532 - $61,092 Description of Unit The UCLA Library system is comprised of the University Research Library, the undergraduate College Library, and eleven subject libraries. The Science & Engineering Library (SEL) provides collections and services in support of the research and educational programs of the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences: Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, Civil & Environmental Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering and Mechanical, Aerospace and Nuclear Engineering; the Departments of Atmospheric Sciences, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Earth and Space Science, Mathematics, Physics and Astronomy, and related institutes. SEL is comprised of a main site housing the Engineering, Mathematics, Astronomy, and Atmospheric Sciences collections, most public services staff and librarians, and five divisions (acquisitions, administration, cataloging, public services, and interlibrary loan). Three satellite collections (Chemistry, Geology/Geophysics, and Physics) are housed in separate buildings. The SEL collection includes over 460,000 volumes and subscriptions to almost 7,000 current serials. Staffing includes 7.5 FTE librarians, 16 FTE staff personnel, and 11.69 FTE student employees. DUTIES: Under the general direction of the Head of Public Services, provides in-depth reference services, online searching, library/information instruction, and consultation for the faculty and academic researchers, staff and students. As part of the SEL reference and instructional services team, participates in the development of instructional modules and guides for online databases and CD- ROMs. Actively promotes and delivers seminars, workshops, and class lectures for SEL's primary clientele. Under the general direction of the Head of Collection Development, serves as the selector for assigned SEL subject areas. In the specific subject areas: manages and justifies materials budget; works with the Acquisitions and Cataloging Divisions to acquire and provide access to materials; formulates and implements storage and preservation plans for the collection; and prepares and maintains collection development policies. Actively works with the appropriate Library Committee(s) and faculty liaison(s) and establishes and maintains contact with the faculty and academic researches in the assigned departments and/or institutes. Cooperates with SEL librarians, campus libraries and other important physical sciences and engineering libraries in resource sharing and planning. QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in selecting monographs and serials in diverse formats and managing a physical sciences and/or engineering collections budget. Knowledge of physical sciences and/or engineering literature. Understanding of trends, concerns, and methods of scientific research. Experience with search, retrieval, and manipulation of electronic databases. Familiarity with electronic resources, including those available on the Internet. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment with creativity. Flexibility in carrying out assignments in response to a changing environment. Must have effective oral and written communication skills, teaching ability, and the interpersonal skills to work effectively with culturally diverse library users and colleagues. Public services experience, including reference, database searching, and library/information instruction. Desirable qualifications include: Subject specialization in the physical sciences and/or engineering, preferably one or more of the SEL subject areas listed earlier. Collection development experience in an academic physical sciences and/or engineering library. Experience working in a highly automated environment including an online public access catalog and local and wide area networks. Demonstrated interest in professional and/or scholarly activities (research, publication, or teaching). Anyone wishing to be considered for the position should write to Dr. Rita A. Scherrei, Associate University Librarian for Personnel and Administrative Services, UCLA Library, 11334 URL, Box 951575, Los Angeles, California 90095-1575. The application letter should include a complete statement of qualifications, a full resume of education and relevant experience, and the names and addresses of at least three persons who are knowledgeable about the applicant's qualifications for this position. Candidates applying by November 1, 1995 will be given first consideration. ********************************************************** III. NOTICES III.B.1. From: Timothy Finin Re: CIKM Workshop: Intelligent Information Agents Call for Papers CIKM Workshop on INTELLIGENT INFORMATION AGENTS held in conjunction with the Fourth International Conference on Information and Knowledge Management (CIKM'95) December 1-2, 1995 Omni Inner Harbor Hotel Baltimore, Maryland, USA The CIKM95 Workshop on Intelligent Information Agents will bring together a small number of researchers who are working on or interested in exploring the use of agent-oriented paradigms in information systems. A partial list of topics relevant to the workshop is: o agent communication and messaging languages o agent programming and scripting languages o agent theories and architectures o interaction and coordination protocols (negotiation, partial global planning etc.) o learning agents and trainable agents o information mediators and agent-based middleware o the role of shared ontologies in agent systems o agent-human interfaces o information filtering, retrieval, gathering and monitoring o resource discovery by and for agents o integrated agent testbeds o applications of agent technology to digital libraries, electronic commerce, education, command and control, information filtering, data mining, etc. The workshop will consist of invited talks, individual presentations, and group discussion. If you wish to present your work, please submit a paper (up to 5000 words) or extended abstract (up to 2000 words). To participate, please submit a short position paper. All submissions should include an email address. Graduate students who are engaged in a relevant research project are encouraged to participate. An informal proceedings will be compiled from the extended abstracts and research statements and distributed at the workshop. Participants will be encouraged to submit in advance electronic material or URLs for an online "proceedings" to be made available on the web. The workshop will begin on Friday afternoon, December 1 and run through 5:00pm December 2. There will be a joint reception for all of the CIKM workshops on Friday evening. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To get more information on the workshop and to register your interest, send email to iiaw-info@cs.umbc.edu. You can also find current information at http://www.cs.umbc.edu/iia/. To get more information on CIKM95 and to register your interest, send email to cikm-info@cs.umbc.edu. You can also find current information at http://www.cs.umbc.edu/~cikm/. SUBMISSIONS: Papers, extended abstracts and position papers should be submitted in electronic form -- HTML source is preferred; otherwise postscript or ASCII. If electronic submission is not possible, hardcopy will be accepted. Email electronic submissions to: IIAW@CS.UMBC.EDU. FTP electronic submissions to FTP.CS.UMBC.EDU in pub/iiaw/incoming. Mail hardcopy to: CIKM95 IIA Workshop, CSEE Department, University of Maryland Baltimore County, 5401 Wilkens Ave., Baltimore MD 21228-5398. Please submit material so that it arrives on or before September 22, 1995. Invitations to participate will be sent by October 20, and final copies of workshop papers will be due on November 17. ********** III.B.2. Fr: C.P.R. Dubois Re: Document and Text Management Conference *STATE OF THE ART TEXT RETRIEVAL* The 1995 *Document and Text Management Conference* is taking place on Wednesday 1 and Thursday 2 November at the Kennedy Hotel, Cardington Street, London NW1. It is organized by the Institute of Information Scientists, which has many years experience in the field of text and document management systems, particularly with respect to large unstructured text records. The Conference provides an extremely cost-effective way to update on the latest development in text retrieval and management and document management systems. PROGRAMME WEDNESDAY, 1 NOVEMBER Chair: Peter Griffiths, Home Office, London Conference keynote address: Systems will be people too. Martin Ould, Praxis plc Some Ould problems with information retrieval. John Ashford, Ashford Associates Ltd Electronic access to Social Survey Documentation texts. Bridget Winstanley, ESRC Data Archive Building an image database with multi-levelled subject retrieval. Pauline Brown, University of Central England Use of digital images in CD-ROM development. Peter Chapman, York and County Press Neural networks. Representative from Excalibur Technologies Ltd Multimedia information using mobile computers : accessing the digital campus and the digital library. Peter Thomas, University of the West of England THURSDAY, 2 NOVEMBER CHAIR: Pablo Dubois, International Coffee Organization Does the networking of CD-ROM titles lead to nirvana or purgatory? Steve Brown, The Information Partnership Successful implementation of CD-ROM networks. David Smith, Department of Health Internet publishing. Sheila Webber, Strathclyde University Electronic copyright. Charles Oppenheim, Strathclyde University The legal deposit of non-book materials. Ann Clarke, British Library Information agents and the Internet. Stephen Cole, Verity Document management: the human factor. Daphne Sylvester, Scientific Generics Ltd ENQUIRIES AND BOOKINGS: Contact the Institute of Information Scientists, 44-45 Museum Street, London WC1A 1LY, telephone (+44 171) 831 8003, fax (+44 171) 430 1270, email: iis@dial.pipex.com ********************************************************** IV. PROJECTS IV.D.1. Fr: Saul Margolis Re: IR Questionnaire We are currently conducting research in the field of information retrieval. The goal of our research is to develop a framework whereby the different indexing, querying and retrieval technologies are rated according to their suitability for each profession.The following questionnaire forms an integral part of our research. We would appreciate it if you could spend a few minutes to fill it out and e-mail/reply it back to us. If you wish to remain anonymous, or would like to receive copies of our completed research paper, please indicate so on the questionnaire. Due to time constraints, we would appreciate it if the completed questionnaire was received by Thursday, 21 September 1995. Sincerely, Gunnar Bijker - email: gunnar@sonnenberg.uct.ac.za Simon Kennedy - email: simon@infosys.uct.ac.za Saul Margolis - email: saul@sonnenberg.uct.ac.za Department of Information Systems University of Cape Town South Africa Please respond to these questions by editing the email questionnaire and replying/forwarding it back to us. (See email addresses above). ================================================================= GENERAL Would you like to remain anonymous? (Reply yes/no in the space below) Would you like a copy of our completed research to be sent to you? (yes/no) Date: / /95 Location (city): PERSONAL AND ORGANISATIONAL DETAILS Interviewee details Name: Job description: Profession: (Please enter the letter or specify other below): A. Librarian B. Lawyer C. Medical D. Accountant E. Academic F. Journalist G. Other (supply details): Please select ONE of the above A-G: Work phone number (Including area code): Organisation details Organisation name: Organisation Address: Industry: Size of Organisation Number of professionals: Number of research staff: Number of offices: RESEARCH QUESTIONS 1. In general, how specific is the research that you conduct? A. Highly Specific - a single document whose title/contents is known to you e.g. a court case citation. B. Specific - documents whose author and subject are known to you e.g. an article written by A. RIPKIN about the CONSTITUTION. C. Topical - documents about a given topic, that contain the terms which are used as search criteria e.g. documents written about JAPANESE CARS that contain the words JAPANESE CARS. D. General - documents about a given topic, that do not necessarily contain the terms which are used as search criteria e.g. if the terms JAPANESE CARS are used as search terms the system returns documents about Toyota and Nissan that do not necessarily contain the words JAPANESE CARS. E. Vague - documents that might be of interest for a variety of reasons (similar to browsing in a book shop). Please select ONE of the above A-E: 2. Generally, which of the following sources do you use? A. In-house library B. External library C. In-house electronic search tool D. On-line database E. Internet F. Colleagues G. Other (specify): Please select all applicable of the above A-G: (e.g. A,E,F) 3. In general, how ambiguous are the search terms that you use? A. Unambiguous - form and content rigorously defined e.g. a court case citation, an ISBN number etc. B. Well defined - unusual words or phrases that have few possible alternative meanings e.g. AGRARIAN REFORM. C. General - words or phrases amenable to multiple interpretations e.g. SPEED which can refer to a high velocity, a drug or a movie. Please select ONE of the above A-C: 4. What search strategy do you normally follow? A. Rigorously Defined - Specific goal, and you know exactly how to locate the text/reference B. Iterative Feedback - Specific goal, but you do not know how to locate the text/reference C. Spiral In - No specific goal, only a broad idea. Please select ONE of the above A-C: 5. How variable are your research approaches? Do you A. Always use the same approach B. Frequently (>80%) use the same approach C. Generally (>50%) use the same approach D. Use many different approaches Please select ONE of the above A-D: 6. Approximately what percentage of your time do you spend doing research? A. >75% B. 50%-75% C. 25%-50% D. 10%-25% E. <10% Please select ONE of the above A-E: 7. What percentage of your research is electronic and what percentage is paper based? (Please enter amounts) % Paper Based % Electronic 8. Why do you not use more electronic based research? A. Too expensive B. Too complicated C. Too time consuming D. Other (give details): Please select ONE of the above A-D: 9. If any research is electronic based, which product(s) do you use? 10. How satisfied are you with current research methods and why? Rate on a scale of 1 to 5. (1 = Not Satisfied At All, 5 = Highly Satisfied) Rating: Reasons: 11. How would you like to improve these methods? Thank You for your time! Saul Margolis University of Cape Town South Africa SAUL@SONNENBERG.UCT.AC.ZA ********************************************************** IRLIST Digest is distributed from the University of California, Division of Library Automation, 300 Lakeside Drive, Oakland, CA. 94612-3550. 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