Summer Educational Institute for Visual Resources and Image Management

Registration is now open for SEI 2014 (the Summer Educational Institute for Visual Resources and Image Management): http://sei2014.org/registration/. Places traditionally have filled up quickly for this intensive workshop that specifically addresses the requirements of today's professional in hands-on and lecture modules. Reserve your spot today! SEI 2014 will be held at the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign from June 10-13, 2014. The curriculum includes sessions on intellectual property rights, metadata, imaging, project management, and digital preservation. We are happy to announce that once again this year five scholarships will be sponsored by the Samuel H. Kress Foundation and you'll find instructions on applying for the scholarships on the SEI website. Kress Scholarship applications are due by February 7, 2014. SEI is suited to information professionals new to the field, current or recent graduate students, and more experienced professionals eager to respond to fast-changing technological advancements and job requirements. Individuals holding a range of professional roles have benefitted from past SEIs, including image collection managers, university and public librarians, archivists, and museum professionals responsible for image rights and reproductions. For more on SEI 2014, visit the website at http://sei2014.org/. Graduates of SEI 2013 felt it was well worth the investment, providing perspectives not typically covered in graduate library science curricula. They praised the expertise and preparedness of the instructors, and also appreciated opportunities for sharing problem-solving perspectives, especially in the “Think Camp” session. In the post-SEI survey one participant summed up the experience saying "Since grad school courses never covered images, SEI really solidified my knowledge. It was especially useful to see the visual resources/art library/museum perspective on metadata and digital collection management.” Follow SEI on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SummerEducationalInstitute Please contact SEI co-chairs Amy Trendler (aetrendler@bsu.edu) or Meghan Musolff (musolffm@umich.edu) with any questions.

National Library of Medicine internships

Subject: position(s): National Library of Medicine recruiting for multiple positions; Bethesda, MD The National Library of Medicine (NLM), located on the National Institutes of Health (NIH) campus, in Bethesda, Maryland is recruiting recent library science graduates for paid internships to fill entry level librarian or information science positions. The positions offer a unique opportunity to work at the world’s largest biomedical library, with a mission of acquiring, organizing, and disseminating the biomedical knowledge for the benefit of the public’s health. Positions are available in: Health Services Research, Public Health and Health Information Technology · Engage with the public health and health services research communities in order to create and manage health information resources that serve their needs · Support development of knowledge and information resources to promote interoperable exchange of data and information using standardized vocabularies and codesets, standardized survey tools and assessment instruments, and common data elements and measures Technical Services · Assist with acquisition of materials for the NLM collection and management of licensed electronic resources · Apply medical subject headings and supplemental metadata to citations from specialized scientific and technical materials Preservation; Digital Preservation; Rare Book Cataloging · Provide proper management, preservation and care of historical and non-historical collections, including monographs, serials, archives, manuscripts, oral histories, prints, photographs, posters, ephemera, motion pictures, video recordings, sound recordings, and other materials · Participate in digital technology, digital imaging and preservation of analog and digital formats · Cataloging of rare books in the NLM’s History of Medicine Division Consumer Health · Organize consumer health information about diseases, conditions, and wellness, in both English and Spanish through MedlinePlus, the NLM consumer health web site Web Site Development and Social Media · Support site development, or new responsive web design for MedlinePlus · Contribute to social media initiatives of NLM Data and Literature Management · Design qualitative and quantitative assessments of tools and processes used in the indexing of biomedical literature · Provide technical and research support for automated (machine-assisted) indexing initiatives involving biomedical literature · Assist with data content review and editing of bibliographic citations, including HTML or XML tagging and metadata application, to ensure data quality and consistency · Test and evaluate NLM search systems, including the content in the systems and the interfaces used to access the systems. Communication & Outreach · Research and write articles for internal and external publications · Assist with tours, digital signage and other outreach activities · Assist in developing social media strategies and content Pay: GS-9 level with a pay rate of $52,146 Benefits: health insurance, and other benefits Eligibility: Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher; must have graduated on or after 12/27/10 Apply through USAJobs at: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/360145900 NLM is participating in the NIH Pathways Recent Graduates Program. NLM and NIH are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects diversity. NLM hires, promotes, trains, and provides career development based on merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity), parental status, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, or political affiliation. Questions: Kathel Dunn Associate Fellowship Coordinator National Library of Medicine Kathel.dunn@nih.gov 301.435.4083

Visual Resources Association’s 32nd Annual Conference

VRA: THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF IMAGE MEDIA PROFESSIONALS The Visual Resources Association’s 32nd Annual Conference will be held March 12-15, 2014 at the historic Pfister Hotel in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Please take a moment to view the full schedule. Included here are some selected highlights among many: Sessions and case studies covering topics such as collaborative practices amongst both traditional and nontraditional disciplines and within archival and special collections, international copyright and resources, broadening professional roles, the management of moving image collections, basic and advanced (RDF & LOD) cataloging procedures, DAM implementation, expanding VRA Core 4 capabilities, personal digital archiving, and more. Opening speaker, Philip Yenawine, Co-Founding Director, Visual Thinking Strategies, 3/12. Exciting tours of the Harley-Davidson Museum & Design Archive, 3/12, and the Lakefront Brewery, 3/15. Don’t miss out on networking opportunities provided by the Birds of a Feather Lunches throughout the conference, and the Sponsors’ Meet and Greet & Poster Presentations, 3/13. Honor associates at the Members & Awards Dinner, 3/13. Informative workshops (many free for conference registrants) with limited participation, so don’t postpone registration. Unwind with colleagues at the Friday Evening Drink ‘n’ Draw with Stephanie Barenz (Pfister Hotel’s Artist in Residence), 3/14. Closing speaker, Matthew Israel, Director, The Art Genome Project at Artsy, 3/15. The online conference schedule allows for Sign up / Log in via SCHED to connect with your favorite social media sites, create custom schedules, and share interests with fellow attendees. (Please note that you cannot register via SCHED.) Search for “vra32.sched.org” on your mobile device to download an app for the schedule so that you’ll have access at your fingertips. So register now to take advantage of reduced rate early bird fees before they end on February 14th. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity! Questions? Please contact: info@vraweb.org

CFP - ASIST Annual Meeting

Connecting Collections, Cultures, and Communities 77th ASIST Annual Meeting October 31 - November 4, 2014 Sheraton Seattle Hotel, Seattle, WA http://www.asis.org/asist2014/ SUBMISDSION URL: https://www.conftool.pro/asist2014/index.php?page=login The Annual Meeting of the Association for Information Science and Technology is the premier international conference dedicated to the study of information, people, and technology in contemporary society. The ASIST AM gathers leading scholars and practitioners from around the globe to share innovations, ideas, research, and insights into the state and future of information and communication in play, work, governance, and society. ASIST AM has an established record for pushing the boundaries of information studies, exploring core concepts and ideas, and creating new technological and conceptual configurations -- all situated in interdisciplinary discourses. The conference welcomes contributions from all areas of information science and technology. The conference celebrates plurality in methods, theories and conceptual frameworks and has historically presented research and development from a broad spectrum of domains, as encapsulated in ASIST’s many special interest groups: Arts & Humanities; Bioinformatics; Blogs, Wikis, Podcasts; Classification Research; Critical Issues; Digital Libraries; Education for Information Science; Health Informatics; History & Foundations of Information Science; Human Computer Interaction; Information Architecture; Information Needs, Seeking and Use; Information Policy; International Information Issues; Knowledge Management; Library Technologies; Management; Metrics; Scientific & Technical Information; Social Informatics; and Visualization, Images & Sound. Important Dates Papers, Panels, and Workshops: Submissions: April 30th Notifications: June 11th Final copies: July 15th Posters: Submissions: July 1th Notifications: July 30th Final copies: August 20th (All deadlines: midnight, Hawaii Standard Time) . Richard Hill Executive Director Association for Information Science and Technology 1320 Fenwick Lane, Suite 510 Silver Spring, MD 20910 FAX: (301) 495-0810 (301) 495-0900

Beta Phi Mu/LRRT Research Paper Award

Beta Phi Mu/LRRT Research Paper Award for 2014 This award is being jointly presented by The Beta Phi Mu International Honor Society (http://www.beta-phi-mu.org/) and the American Library Association’s Library Research Round Table (http://www.ala.org/lrrt/) to recognize excellent research into problems related to the profession of librarianship. Any ALA member is eligible for this $500 award, and all methodologies and research topics/questions are eligible for consideration. The criteria to be followed for the selection of an award winner are: · Importance of the research question or problem (20 points) · Adequacy of the review of relevant literature (10 points) · Appropriateness of the methodology used (10 points) · Effectiveness of the application of the methodology (20 points) · Addition of the findings to the knowledge and/or praxis in the field of librarianship (20 points) · Articulation of the conclusions emanating from the study (10 points) · Clarity and completeness (10 points) The submissions will be limited to a 2,000-word abstract. Submissions should be made electronically to the contact person. The submissions must not have been previously published. The bibliographic style should follow The Chicago Manual of Style, 16th ed. for references with volume (date): pages. Submissions should be made electronically to the contact person below and must not have been published prior to March 1, 2014. Individuals may submit only one paper. Jointly authored proposals are acceptable, but all authors must be ALA members, and will split the award of $500. The deadline for submission is March 1, 2014. All submissions that meet the deadline and the criteria will be considered. The proposals will undergo a blind-review process by a joint BPM/LRRT award committee and the winner will be notified by May 1, 2014. Please include a title page with title of proposal and author contact information including name, institutional affiliation, mailing address and email address. The award will be presented during one of LRRT’s research programs at the ALA Annual Meeting in Las Vegas, NV, June 26-July 1, 2014. Email Submissions as Word documents only to: Amanda Ros, BPM President and Award Chair University of Houston-Clear Lake Alfred R. Neumann Library 2700 Bay Area Blvd. Houston, TX 77058-1002 Phone: 281-283-3938 Fax: 281-283-3937 rosa@uhcl.edu

The Harold W. McGraw, Jr. Fellowship

The Harold W. McGraw, Jr. Fellowship An extraordinary opportunity for an extraordinary new Children's Librarian. Harold W. McGraw Jr. was an active supporter of Darien Library with a personal commitment to education and a belief in the important role a child's library experiences play in the beginning of life-long literacy. The McGraw family has funded the formation of a Children's Librarian Fellowship at Darien Library to honor his memory, through a two-year full-salaried position for a recent Master in Library Science graduate who possesses: · Exemplary scholarship · A passion for working with children and for the development of literacy · Significant leadership promise · Strong personal qualities · A penchant for technology Selection Process The Fellowship will be open to LIS graduates from an accredited Library School in the United States or Canada who will have received his or her diploma between December 1, 2013 and September 1, 2014. Applications will be due March 31, 2014. After initial screening, interviews for finalists will be held at a mutually convenient time and place, and the finalist will be invited to visit Darien Library for a meeting with the Fellowship Committee prior to appointment. Term The successful applicant will be employed at Darien Library for two years, commencing approximately July 1, 2014, with a final employment date of June 30, 2016. Compensation The Fellow will be paid initially at the Connecticut Library Association MLS minimum salary for entry-level positions (for 2013: $51,675) with full benefits, paid membership in CLA and ALA, and funding for attendance at the American Library Association Annual Meeting and other meetings as appropriate. Position Parameters The Fellow will work as a member of the Children's Services team, providing reference and reader's advisory services in addition to creating and conducting programs for children and families. The Fellow will be given specific, defined, high-stakes projects and responsibilities that will be determined by the candidate's skills and interests. The Fellowship will provide experience, growth, and challenges in the following areas: · Children's materials collection development · Program development, implementation, and evaluation · Outreach to defined areas of the community · Continuing education and professional development · Access to the latest technology This Fellowship is an opportunity to work on significant projects and gain experience in close coordination with a strong staff. More information about the Fellowship and application process is available at darienlibrary.org/mcgrawfellowship.

Barbara Holley Library Intern

*Barbara Holley Library Intern* The Musselman Library Intern will work closely with several Library Departments and gain valuable experience in many aspects of library operations, procedures, and management. The intern will rotate among Special Collections, Reference & Instruction, Technical Services, and User Services. Please visit http://www.gettysburg.edu/library/information/general/internships/holley.dotfor a more detailed description of duties in each department. *This internship is designed for an individual who has recently completed an undergraduate degree (before June 2014) and is considering a career in information science, librarianship, or archives and records management. * This is a 37.5 hour/week paid position, with hours on weekdays. The position includes benefits (paid vacation, medical insurance, and sick leave). Qualification and Skill Requirements: Recent Bachelor's degree. Strong organizational, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills are necessary, as well as an ability to interact with a wide variety of people. Demonstrated knowledge of standard computer applications and the Internet. Facility with the Microsoft Office Suite and web authoring software a plus. The position entails frequent contact with college and community patrons and library staff. Previous library work and/or library research experience highly desirable. Starting and Ending Dates This is a one-year appointment beginning June 2, 2014. Application Procedure: Please visit our website to submit application materials through our on-line system: http://gettysburg.peopleadmin.com/postings/836. This position will remain open through February 21, 2014. If you have questions about the position, please contact Meggan Smith, Reference & Instruction Librarian, at mdsmith@gettysburg.edu or (717) 337-7009.