[CODE4LIB] Job: Assistant Professor at Simmons School of Library and Information Science

[Code4Lib Jobs]

Simmons SLIS invites outstanding applicants and nominations for an assistant 
professor tenure-track position to complement current areas of expertise on our 
faculty.  

Simmons College was chartered in 1899 and opened in 1902; the School of Library 
and Information Science (SLIS) began with the College. Today, the MS in Library 
and Information Science has approximately 700 students on two campuses and 
online, and an additional 50 students in our PhD program. The MS degree program 
is a top ranked program in U.S. News  World Reports. Graduates of our 
program hail from every state in the United States and over 80 countries. 
Faculty receive grants from a diverse array of federal agencies and private 
foundations.

We seek faculty who can teach in two or more of these areas:

Information organization and description
Information services and information access
Digital libraries
Linked data and other semantic web languages and technologies (RDF, SPARQL, 
OWL, JSON, etc.)

Candidates will be expected to teach, conduct research, contribute to 
curriculum development, and provide service to the School, the College, and the 
information professions. Experience in designing and delivering online courses 
is highly desirable.

Requirements: Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in library and information 
science, information studies, or an appropriate related field. We seek 
colleagues who can demonstrate excellence in teaching, have a viable research 
agenda, and show the potential for leadership in scholarship and professional 
service.

Salary is negotiable, and is commensurate with experience and qualifications. 
Opportunities to teach include: undergraduate, master’s and doctoral level 
courses face-to-face in Boston and at the SLIS West program at the Mount 
Holyoke College campus in South Hadley, Massachusetts, as well as online.

For further information, please contact Faculty Search Committee Chair, Dr. 
Daniel Joudrey at joud...@simmons.edu.

Instructions to Applicants: Candidates should be prepared to upload the 
following required documents in the Resume/CV section of the application: cover 
letter, including statement of any sponsorship requirements; C.V.; statement of 
teaching philosophy; statement outlining research interests and experience; and 
names and contact information for three references. 

Consideration of applications will begin October 1, and will continue until the 
position is filled.

As a College committed to diversity, Simmons encourages applications broadly.  
Simmons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to continuing to 
develop a more diverse faculty, staff, student body and curriculum.



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[CODE4LIB] Job: Full-Time 10-month Tenure-Track Computer Science Faculty (Assistant Rank) at Simmons College

[Code4Lib Jobs]

The Computer Science program at Simmons College in Boston invites applications 
for a tenure track position in the Computer Science and Informatics Program at 
the rank of Assistant Professor beginning no later than July 1, 2018.  

Computer Science at Simmons College combines theory with professional practice 
to prepare our undergraduate women students to thrive in their careers. We 
embrace interdisciplinary curriculum and collaborate with colleagues in Math, 
Statistics, Biochemistry, Education, Communications, Management and others 
across the College.

Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be expected to teach on a 
10-month contract, advise students, contribute to curriculum development and 
the general education requirement, provide service to the college, and be 
active in scholarship. Teaching will consist of two courses each semester, each 
coupled with a laboratory section (nominal three course /semester equivalent).

Areas of Specialization: We are specifically interested in candidates with 
specializations in computer architecture, operating systems, computer networks 
and network security. 

Requirements: A Ph.D. in Computer Science or related discipline is required. 
Preference will be given to applicants with an interest in leading 
undergraduate student/faculty research, as well as an interest in 
interdisciplinary collaborations.

Salary and Benefits: Salary is negotiable, commensurate with experience and 
qualifications. Simmons College participates in TIAA/CREF and offers excellent 
benefits packages, including tuition reimbursement for dependents at Simmons 
and other institutions.

Applicants will be required to upload the following documents with the 
application: cover letter; C.V.; teaching dossier that includes a statement on 
teaching philosophy; and a research statement.  Consideration of applications 
will begin September 1, 2017, and will continue on an ongoing basis until the 
position is filled.

For further information, please contact the Search Committee Chair Nanette 
Veilleux  at veill...@simmons.edu.

As a College committed to diversity, Simmons encourages applications broadly.  
Simmons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to continuing to 
develop a more diverse faculty, staff, student body and curriculum.



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[CODE4LIB] Last Chance for Early Bird Pricing on Upcoming Courses from Amigos Library Services

[Jodie Borgerding]

Digital Citizenship in Today's Libraries
August 30, 10:30-12:30 pm (CDT)
In today's world, information is communicated and learned through a wide 
variety of media channels and sources, most of which are through some sort of 
electronic or digital device. Therefore, becoming media and information 
literate requires a new set of digital skills that is ever evolving as 
technology changes at a rapid pace. Mastering these new skills, is what 
prepares students, patrons, and everyone in our communities to become digital 
citizens. In this course, we will define what it means to be a digital citizen, 
followed by deep-dives into the nine elements of digital citizenship. 
Throughout the discussion, we will identify services and programming 
opportunities that libraries of all types can provide to help promote digital 
citizenship in their communities. Register today at 
https://www.amigos.org/node/4498. Early bird registration ends August 8.

Clicking the Bait: helping Patrons Decipher Fake News and Alternative Facts 
(back by popular demand!)
September 7, 10:00-12:00 pm (CDT)
A 2016 study from Stanford University reports that most middle school to 
college age students are unable to evaluate information and news they come 
across online. According to a different study released by Pew Research Center 
last year, two-thirds of adults say the prevalence of fake news confuses them 
about current events. Librarians have always been at the forefront of 
information literacy, but the recent influx of fake news and alternative facts 
in the media and elsewhere has made our role more important than ever. In this 
course, we will learn how to identify misinformation and alternative facts by 
applying various media/information literacy techniques and exploring resources 
that can be used to separate fact from fiction. In turn, you will be able to 
pass this knowledge on to your patrons to help them decipher what is fake and 
what is real information. Register today at https://www.amigos.org/node/4317. 
Early bird registration ends August 16.

Cataloging eBooks: RDA and Provider-Neutral Guidelines
September 7, 10:30-12:30 pm (CDT)
Cataloging eBooks in a shared cataloging environment presents unique 
challenges. What is it--a book or a computer file? For the purpose of 
cataloging, is a PDF the same as an ePub, Nook or Kindle file? This two-hour 
workshop will answer these questions and more. The topics to be covered 
include: RDA definitions for online resource and eBook; RDA instructions and 
provider-neutral guidelines for cataloging eBooks; building MARC records for 
eBooks. Register today at https://www.amigos.org/node/4500. Early bird 
registration ends August 16.

View our entire training schedule at http://www.amigos.org/continuing_education.

Jodie




Jodie Borgerding
Consulting & Education Services Manager
Amigos Library Services
1190 Meramec Station Road, Suite 207 | Ballwin, MO  63021-6902
800-843-8482 x2897 | 972-340-2897(direct)
www.amigos.org | 
borgerd...@amigos.org

Privacy and Security for Today's Library
Online Conference
September 21, 2017
Register

Re: [CODE4LIB] 2018 Code4Lib hosting proposal - Washington DC

[Cary Gordon]

http://2018.code4lib.org

> On Aug 3, 2017, at 9:13 AM, Tom Keays  wrote:
> 
> Has there been any movement on the proposal to host the 2018 Code4Lib
> Conference somewhere in the DC area? Believe it or not, my boss is already
> asking for a date and estimated costs for registration and accommodations.
> 
> Tom
> 
> On Mon, Mar 20, 2017 at 12:03 PM, Kim, Bohyun 
> wrote:
> 
>> Hi all,
>> 
>> For next year’s Code4Lib conference, the DC team has put together a
>> hosting proposal for Washington D.C.
>> https://wiki.code4lib.org/2018_Hosting_Proposals
>> 
>> We would love to hear what you think!
>> 
>> Thank you,
>> 2018 Code4Lib at D.C. Organizational Committee
>> --
>> Jaime Mears - Library of Congress (Chair)
>> Boyhun Kim - University of Maryland, Baltimore, Health Sciences and Human
>> Services Library
>> Nick Kerelchuck - DC Public Libraries
>> Joel Richard - Smithsonian Libraries
>> Ben Wallberg- University of Maryland Libraries
>> Kate Dohe - University of Maryland Libraries
>> 
>> 
>> 

[CODE4LIB] [LAST CALL] Code4Lib Northern California (Aug. 10th, Stanford)

[Chris Beer]

This is the last call to sign up for the Code4Lib Northern California 
unconference next week. If you’re interested, please register now so we can get 
an accurate count.

Also, if you are already signed up, please consider proposing a lightning talk, 
workshop, breakout session on 
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1A2WB1G9X4ejP1DdvabUP9asiVOy6OyRWfR61anooDik/edit#heading=h.vmesbrtvkn8k
 
.

Thanks,
Chris

> Begin forwarded message:
> 
> From: Christina Marie Harlow 
> Subject: [CODE4LIB] Coming Up Soon: Code4Lib Northern California (Aug. 10th, 
> Stanford)
> Date: July 20, 2017 at 9:55:14 AM PDT
> To: CODE4LIB@LISTS.CLIR.ORG
> Reply-To: Code for Libraries 
> 
> Hi all-
> 
> Our 1-day Code4Lib Northern California (NorCal) Unconference is coming up 
> soon! Registration is still open for the meeting on August 10 at Lathrop 
> Library, Stanford University in Palo Alto, California. You can read more 
> info, propose a session, and register at this link: 
> https://wiki.code4lib.org/Code4Lib_Norcal_2017 
> . Registration is free, but 
> space is limited, and we will be closing registration a few days before the 
> event (August 5th).
> 
> We hope you’ll take part in this community event! You can see, propose, and 
> comment on our interactive schedule linked on our event's page: 
> https://wiki.code4lib.org/Code4Lib_Norcal_2017 
>  We hope you will add a 
> lightning talk or a break out session, or express interest in attending a 
> workshop or other there.
> 
> Thanks!
> 
> Code4Lib NorCal Organizers

[CODE4LIB] OLAC 2017 registration is open

[Lo, Mei Kiu]

*Please forgive cross-posts*

OLAC 2017 Conference registration is now open. We're excited about the 
excellent programming we have lined up and we hope you'll join us in Richmond!

When: October 26-29, 2017
Where: The Omni Richmond Hotel in Richmond, VA
Cost: $270 for members, $320 for non-members

Details: OLAC 2017 offers attendees a Thursday preconference on Technologies 
for Data Manipulation and Analysis and 11 different cataloging workshops for 
audio and video resources, maps, videogames, 3D objects, and more. See the 
conference program (http://olacinc.org/conference/2017/program) for full 
details. Other special events include a complimentary Friday evening shuttle to 
the Museum of Fine Arts and Carytown shopping/dining, a Saturday luncheon, a 
Saturday evening reception at the Omni Hotel with a cash bar and light hors 
d'oeuvres, and an optional Monday morning tour of the Library of Congress 
Packard Campus for an inside look at their AV facilities.

Register here: http://olacinc.org/conference/2017/registration
Registration will close on September 30, 2017.

Best regards,
The OLAC Conference Planning Committee

(Questions about registration? Email Autumn Faulkner: 
aut...@msu.edu)

Mei Kiu Lo
Catalog and Systems Librarian
University of Richmond Law Library
School of Law
28 Westhampton Way
Richmond, VA  23173
m...@richmond.edu
voice - (804)289-8226
fax - (804)289-8683

[CODE4LIB] Fwd: [SIG-IRList] CFP 2nd Workshop on Mining Scientific Papers: Computational Linguistics and Bibliometrics (CLBib-2017) @ISSI2017

[Jodi Schneider]

-- Forwarded message --
From: Mayr-Schlegel, Philipp 
Date: Wed, Aug 2, 2017 at 11:55 AM
Subject: [SIG-IRList] CFP 2nd Workshop on Mining Scientific Papers:
Computational Linguistics and Bibliometrics (CLBib-2017) @ISSI2017
To: si...@listserv.acm.org


== Call for Papers ==



You are invited to participate in the upcoming Second Workshop on Mining
Scientific Papers: Computational Linguistics and Bibliometrics
(CLBib-2017), to be held as part of the 16th International Society of
Scientometrics and Informetrics Conference (ISSI-2017, October 16-20,
Wuhan, China, http://www.issi2017.org/).



The call for papers is available at: https://easychair.org/cfp/CLBib2017





=== Important Dates ===



- Abstract registration deadline: September 3, 2017

- Submission deadline: September 10, 2017

- Notification of acceptance: September 30, 2017

- Camera-ready papers: October 6, 2017

- Workshop: October 16-20, 2017 (exact date to be confirmed), Wuhan, China





=== Scope and Aim of the Workshop ===



The open access movement in scientific publishing and search engines like
Google Scholar have made scientific articles more broadly accessible.
During the last decade, the availability of scientific papers in full text
has become more and more widespread thanks to the growing number of
publications on online platforms such as ArXiv and CiteSeer. The efforts to
provide articles in machine-readable formats and the rise of Open Access
publishing have resulted in a number of standardized formats for scientific
papers (such as NLM-JATS, TEI, DocBook), full-text datasets for research
experiments (PubMed, JSTOR, etc.) and corpora (iSearch, etc.). At the same
time, research in the field of Natural Language Processing have provided a
number of open source tools for versatile text processing (e.g. NLTK,
Mallet, OpenNLP, CoreNLP, Gate, CiteSpace).



Scientific papers are highly structured texts and display specific
properties related to their references but also argumentative and
rhetorical structure. Recent research in this field has concentrated on the
construction of ontologies for citations and scientific articles (e.g.
CiTO, LinkedScience1) and studies of the distribution of references .
However, up to now full-text mining efforts are rarely used to provide data
for bibliometric analyses. While bibliometrics traditionally relies on the
analysis of metadata of scientific papers (see e.g. a recent special issue
on Combining Bibliometrics and Information Retrieval, Mayr & Scharnhorst,
2015), we will explore the ways full-text processing of scientific papers
and linguistic analyses can play. With this workshop we like to discuss
novel approaches and provide insights into scientific writing that can
bring new perspectives to understand both the nature of citations and the
nature of scientific articles. The possibility to enrich metadata by the
full-text processing of papers offers new fields of application to
bibliometrics studies.



Working with full text allows us to go beyond metadata used in
bibliometrics. Full text offers a new field of investigation, where the
major problems arise around the organization and structure of text, the
extraction of information and its representation on the level of metadata.
Furthermore, the study of contexts around in-text citations offers new
perspectives related to the semantic dimension of citations. The analyses
of citation contexts and the semantic categorization of publications will
allow us to rethink co-citation networks, bibliographic coupling and other
bibliometric techniques.



The workshop aims to bring together researchers in bibliometrics and
computational linguistics in order to study the ways bibliometrics can
benefit from large-scale text analytics and sense mining of scientific
papers, thus exploring the interdisciplinarity of Bibliometrics and Natural
Language Processing. How can we enhance author network analysis and
bibliometrics using data obtained by text analytics? What insights can NLP
provide on the structure of scientific writing, on citation networks, and
on in-text citation analysis?







=== Goals of the workshop ===



The workshop aims to bring together researchers in bibliometrics and
computational linguistics in order to study the ways bibliometrics can
benefit from large-scale text analytics and sense mining of scientific
papers, thus exploring the interdisciplinarity of Bibliometrics and Natural
Language Processing.



The first edition of this workshop, co-located with ISSI 2015, attracted
more than 70 participants and six full paper contributions, showing a large
interest in these topics in the community. The goal of this second edition
of the workshop is to continue to encourage the collaboration between these
two domains and to answer questions like: How can we enhance author network
analysis and Bibliometrics using data obtained by text analytics? What
insights can NLP provide on the structure of 

Re: [CODE4LIB] 2018 Code4Lib hosting proposal - Washington DC

[Tom Keays]

Has there been any movement on the proposal to host the 2018 Code4Lib
Conference somewhere in the DC area? Believe it or not, my boss is already
asking for a date and estimated costs for registration and accommodations.

Tom

On Mon, Mar 20, 2017 at 12:03 PM, Kim, Bohyun 
wrote:

> Hi all,
>
> For next year’s Code4Lib conference, the DC team has put together a
> hosting proposal for Washington D.C.
> https://wiki.code4lib.org/2018_Hosting_Proposals
>
> We would love to hear what you think!
>
> Thank you,
> 2018 Code4Lib at D.C. Organizational Committee
> --
> Jaime Mears - Library of Congress (Chair)
> Boyhun Kim - University of Maryland, Baltimore, Health Sciences and Human
> Services Library
> Nick Kerelchuck - DC Public Libraries
> Joel Richard - Smithsonian Libraries
> Ben Wallberg- University of Maryland Libraries
> Kate Dohe - University of Maryland Libraries
>
>
>