[CODE4LIB] C4L Journal Issue #30 Call for Papers

[Carol Bean]

Call for Papers (and apologies for cross-posting) 

The Code4Lib Journal (C4LJ) exists to foster community and share information 
among those interested in the intersection of libraries, technology, and the 
future. 

We are now accepting proposals for publication in our 30th issue. Don't miss 
out on this opportunity to share your ideas and experiences. To be included in 
the 30th issue, which is scheduled for publication in mid October, 2015, please 
submit articles, abstracts, or proposals at 
http://journal.code4lib.org/submit-proposal or to jour...@code4lib.org by 
Monday, August 17, 2015. When submitting, please include the title or subject 
of the proposal in the subject line of the email message. 

The Code4Lib Journal encourages creativity and flexibility, and the editors 
welcome submissions across a broad variety of topics that support the mission 
of the journal. Possible topics include, but are not limited to: 

* Practical applications of library technology (both actual and hypothetical) 
* Technology projects (failed, successful, or proposed), including how they 
were done and challenges faced 
* Case studies 
* Best practices 
* Reviews 
* Comparisons of third party software or libraries 
* Analyses of library metadata for use with technology 
* Project management and communication within the library environment 
* Assessment and user studies 

C4LJ strives to promote professional communication by minimizing the barriers 
to publication. While articles should be of a high quality, they need not 
follow any formal structure. Writers should aim for the middle ground between 
blog posts and articles in traditional refereed journals. Where appropriate, we 
encourage authors to submit code samples, algorithms, and pseudo-code. For more 
information, visit C4LJ's Article Guidelines or browse articles from the first 
29 issues published on our website: http://journal.code4lib.org. 

Remember, for consideration for the 30th issue, please send proposals, 
abstracts, or draft articles to jour...@code4lib.org no later than Monday, 
August 17, 2015. 

Send in a submission. Your peers would like to hear what you are doing. 

Code4Lib Journal Editorial Committee


Carol Bean
Technology Coordinator
NN/LM Greater Midwest Region
Library of the Health Sciences
University of Illinois at Chicago
1750 W. Polk
Chicago, IL 60612
ciel...@uic.edu

[CODE4LIB] Job: Geospatial Information System (GIS) Librarian & Coordinator for Data, GIS, and Maps at University of California, San Diego

[jobs]

Geospatial Information System (GIS) Librarian & Coordinator for Data, GIS, and 
Maps
University of California, San Diego
San Diego

**RECRUITMENT PERIOD**  
  
Open Jun 16, 2015 through Jul 24, 2015

  
If you apply to this recruitment by Jul 24, 2015, you will have until Jul 26,
2015 to complete your application.

  
**DESCRIPTION**  
  
Geospatial Information System (GIS) Librarian & Coordinator for Data, GIS, and
Maps

  
The Library seeks applications from highly motivated, innovative,
collaborative, and service-oriented professionals to join the Library as our
GIS Librarian and Coordinator for Data, GIS, and Maps (Assistant, Associate or
Full Librarian). This position reports to the Program Director of the
Library's Reference and Research Advisory Services (RRAS). The University of
California San Diego Library is committed to supporting academic excellence
and diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body.

  
The University and the Library

With nearly 30,000 students, UC San Diego is dedicated to the advancement of
knowledge through excellence in education and research at the undergraduate,
graduate, professional school and postdoctoral levels. UC San Diego has been
recognized as one of the top 10 public universities in the nation by US News &
World Report, as well as one of the top schools for medical research. UC San
Diego is also in the top 10 of all universities in the nation in receiving
federal R&D research grants. The UC San Diego Library plays a critical role in
advancing and supporting the university's research, teaching, patient care,
and public service missions.

  
About the Library Program

The Reference & Research Advisory Services Program is responsible for
providing reference and research advisory services in support of UC San
Diego's teaching, learning and research activities. The Program strives to
provide reference and research support expertise, enable learners to become
effective, efficient, and ethical information users, and encourages self-
directed inquiry. Within this framework, the Program's focus is to provide
students, faculty and staff with specialized, point-of-need, or embedded
assistance that will enable them to fulfill their information needs.

  
About the Position

As the use of geospatial data across academic disciplines and the broader UC
San Diego campus continues to expand, the GIS Librarian plays a critical role
in leading and developing the Library's GIS services for learning, teaching,
and research. GIS is a vital component of library services, and the GIS
Librarian is the leader within the UC San Diego Library for developing,
managing and providing geospatial data and services.

  
As the Coordinator for Data, GIS, and Maps, s/he leads the development and
management of the service unit, including Data, Geospatial, and Maps Services,
to meet user needs on campus, in the Library, and in the Data & GIS Lab. The
GIS Librarian coordinates the activities of the Data Services Librarian and
the Map Librarian and reports to the Program Director of RRAS,

  
Responsibilities of the Position

  * Leads, develops, and promotes GIS services and resources to meet curricular 
and research needs on campus
  * Serves as the GIS specialist for research assistance, assisting in person 
and virtual users
  * Collaborates with librarians, library staff, and campus communities to 
provide instructional services, including general and specialized GIS 
instruction
  * Partners with subject librarians for liaison and outreach to academic 
departments and programs on campus
  * Collaborates with other Library programs to develop and implement 
strategies to support the acquisition, management and preservation of GIS Data
  * Provides vision and leadership to develop and expand Data, GIS, and Maps 
services
  * Coordinates the work of the Data Services Librarian and the Map Librarian
  * Oversees the daily operations of the Library's Data & GIS Lab
  * Serves on the RRAS Management Team and participates in program development 
and administration
  
Required Qualifications

  * Master's degree in library and information science with a concentration or 
advanced coursework in GIS, or equivalent
  * Proficient with GIS software with a focus on ESRI ArcGIS and an 
understanding of how to interact with GIS software programmatically
  * Experience working with geospatial data, metadata standards, and formats
  * Experience working with geospatial data in special software such as 
Sketch-UP, Matlab, R, SPSS or SAS
  * Experience teaching the use of GIS in a library environment
  * Experience providing reference service in an academic or research library
  * Ability to develop effective relationships between the Library and other 
campus units
  * Experience managing or coordinating the work of staff and/or librarians
  * Superior organizational, analytical and communication skills
  * Candidate must have a strong commitment to excellence in service and be 
able to work both independ

[CODE4LIB] Job: Web Applications Developer at UIC Library at University of Illinois at Chicago

[jobs]

Web Applications Developer at UIC Library
University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago

The University Library at UIC is seeking a Web Applications Developer.

  
We are looking for an enthusiastic and creative web developer to help us unite
and build our web presence. This web developer will work
with the Senior Digital Library Applications Developer, and other Library IT
staff to develop, implement, and maintain web-based library systems.

  
Within an Agile development framework, the web developer will contribute to
each stage of the project lifecycle, from project planning with stakeholders,
to writing top-notch code, collecting and integrating user feedback, creating
effective tests, and writing quality documentation.

  
Join Chicago's largest public research university in developing cutting-edge
library resources for the public good. This is a great
opportunity to gain further experience with cutting-edge web development
tools, in an energetic, supportive, creative, and forward-thinking
environment.

  
Key Responsibilities / Duties

  * Develop and implement applications, databases and web services for the 
Library's web presence.
  * Write fully accessible and responsive HTML user interfaces.
  * Fully document code and processes.
  * Write tests to be used in continuous integration processes.
  * Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as 
assigned.
Selected Qualifications

  * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Science or a closely 
related discipline.
  * A minimum of 1 year experience developing web-based applications.
  * Experience with: 
* HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript.
* Database-driven web application development.
* Web-centric languages such as PHP, Python, Java, and/or Ruby.
  
This position is part of the Information Technology Division of the UIC
University Library. To apply and see the full position
description and list of qualifications, see [https://jobs.uic.edu/job-board
/job-details?jobID=53071](https://jobs.uic.edu/job-board/job-
details?jobID=53071)



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[CODE4LIB] Program: ALCTS/LITA MARC Formats Transition IG at ALA

[Carolyn Hansen]

**Apologies for cross-postings

Please join us for the ALCTS/LITA MARC Formats Transition Interest Group 
Meeting in San Francisco!
 
Saturday, June 27th
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Moscone Convention Center
Esplanade 302

We are excited to announce our speakers:

Roy Tennant
"Ground Truthing MARC"

"Ground truthing" is the verification of remote sensing data by direct 
observation. Over the last few years, OCLC Research has been doing the 
equivalent for MARC, by exposing exactly how various fields and subfields have 
been used by catalogers around the world and over time. Using the massive 
WorldCat database and modern cluster computing techniques, data is extracted, 
summarized, and reported, to better inform efforts to move this data into new 
formats and uses.

Roy Tennant is a Senior Program Officer with OCLC Research. 


Terry Reese
"MarcEdit Tools for Linked Data"

Terry Reese will discuss how catalogers can track BIBFRAME developments and 
participate locally by beginning to add linked data concepts into their MARC 
data. Mr. Reese will show how to utilize MarcEdit's MARCNext Toolset or the 
MarcEdit LibHub plugin.
 
Terry Reese is the Head of Digital Initiatives at The Ohio State University and 
the developer of MarcEdit.

 
Carl Stahmer
"A BIBFLOW Project Update"

BIBFLOW is a two-year project of the UC Davis University Library and Zepheira, 
funded by IMLS. Its official title is “Reinventing Cataloging: Models for the 
Future of Library Operations” and it is investigating the future of library 
technical services, i.e., cataloging and related workflows, in light of modern 
technology infrastructure such as the Web and new data models and formats such 
as Resource Description and Access (RDA) and BIBFRAME, the new encoding and 
exchange format in development by the Library of Congress. 
 
Carl Stahmer is the Director of Digital Scholarship at the University Library, 
University of California, Davis 
 
 
Michelle Jeske 
"The Libhub initiative and Denver Public Library - Leading Libraries to the 
Web!"

The Libhub Initiative aims to raise the visibility of Libraries on the Web by 
actively exploring the promise of BIBFRAME and Linked Data. Denver Public 
Library joined the Libhub Initiative as a Founding Partner and has served as 
its pioneer institution. Ms. Jeske will share DPL’s experience in exploring and 
implementing linked data and making DPL’s entire catalog available on the web!
 
Michelle Jeske is the City Librarian of Denver.

[CODE4LIB] Job: Assistant Director for Health Sciences Library and Henry R. Winkler Center for the History of the Health Professions at University of Cincinnati

[jobs]

Assistant Director for Health Sciences Library and Henry R. Winkler Center for 
the History of the Health Professions
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati

The University of Cincinnati (UC) Libraries seek an
Assistant Director for Health Sciences Library (HSL) and Henry R. Winkler
Center for the History of the Health Professions (Winkler Center) Operations.

  
The Assistant Director for HSL and Winkler Center Operations provides
leadership and coordination for the daily operations of the Health Sciences
Library and Winkler Center. In collaboration with other members of the HSL
leadership team, the Assistant Director assists with development of policies
and procedures, implementation of the UC Libraries strategic plan, facilities
management and scheduling, and financial and human resources allocation. The
Assistant Director plays a central role in developing new programs and
coordinating collection development and management.

  
For the full position description and information about how to apply, see
http://bit.ly/1IxeKfp. UC is an EE/AA employer.



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[CODE4LIB] REGISTRATION IS OPEN for Fedora Camp at Duke University

[David Wilcox]

June 16, 2015

Read it online: http://bit.ly/1HWUEs9
Register: http://conta.cc/1R4HHkM
Contact: David Wilcox 

Reserve Your Spot Today: REGISTRATION IS OPEN for Fedora Camp

Fedora 4, the new, revitalized version of Fedora, was released into production 
in November 2014. Fedora 4 features include vast improvements in scalability, 
linked data capabilities, research data support, modularity, ease of use and 
more. How can you learn more? Come to Fedora Camp, November 16-18 
(Monday-Wednesday) at Duke University where participants will have a chance to 
dive in and learn all about Fedora 4. Register here: http://conta.cc/1R4HHkM.

Training will begin with the basics and build toward more advanced concepts–no 
prior Fedora 4 experience is required. Participants can expect to come away 
with a deep Fedora 4 learning experience coupled with multiple opportunities 
for applying hands-on techniques working with experienced trainers and Fedora 
gurus. A draft curriculum, including presentations slides, is available online 
[1].

Online booking for Fedora Camp accommodations is now available [2]. Details:

* Group Name: Fedora Camp Training Workshop/Duke University Library
* Group Code: FCTW
* Check-in: 15-NOV-2015
* Check-out: 19-NOV-2015
* Hotel Name: Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center
* Hotel Address: 2102 West Main Street, Durham, North Carolina 27705
* Phone: 919-286-0778

Attendees may either click the link above or use the group code when booking to 
get the discount rate of $119/night. The rooms are blocked off at that rate 
from Nov. 15-19. They may also book nights before or after that date range, but 
not at the same rate/guarantee. Attendees should book early. Please contact 
David Wilcox if you have questions .

Fedora Camp has a cap of 40 people so reserve your spot soon!

[1] 
https://wiki.duraspace.org/display/FF/Proposed+Workshop+Training+Modules+and+Structure
[2] 
http://hiltongardeninn.hilton.com/en/gi/groups/personalized/R/RDUMCGI-FCTW-20151115/index.jhtml?WT.mc_id=POG
 

-- 
David Wilcox
Fedora Product Manager
DuraSpace
dwil...@duraspace.org
Skype Name: david.wilcox82

[CODE4LIB] Job: Librarian - Web Services at Stephen F. Austin State University

[jobs]

Librarian - Web Services
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches

Posting Number: 0603636

  
Job Title: LIBRARIAN - Web Services

  
Position Type: Faculty

  
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

  
Department: LIB - ADM OFFICES

  
General Description: This is a professional, faculty position responsible for
supporting the Ralph W. Steen Library's web presence. Responsible for
coordinating the integration of the university library's electronic resources
into various web-based technologies; contributing to the development and
maintenance of the library's websites; assisting in maintaining and supporting
the library's web servers; and selecting and installing web development
applications. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the
use of initiative and independent judgment. This is a security-sensitive
position. Reports to the Manager of Library Web Services.

  
Essential Job Functions:

  * 1. Coordinates the integration of library information and materials into 
websites; serves as point of contact and support for electronic resource 
deployment and problem resolution.
  * 2. Coordinates and/or contributes to the development and maintenance of 
library websites, including designing, developing, and deploying templates in 
support of library websites; researching, recommending, utilizing, and 
evaluating content management solutions; and troubleshooting and resolving 
website errors.
  * 3. Assists in identifying, evaluating, and procuring server and desktop 
applications used in support of websites.
  * 4. Addresses inquiries submitted via web-based forms.
  * 5. Maintains library web presence statistics and prepares departmental 
reports; assists with the interpretation of these reports upon request.
  * 6. Manages link checking application(s) and submits broken link reports to 
library department heads for resolution.
  * 7. Assists in overseeing user and group security implementation on the 
library's web servers.
  * 8. Assists with the maintenance, operation, configuration, and support of 
the library's web servers.
  * 9. Hires, trains, and supervises student assistants.
  
Non-Essential Job Functions:

  * 1. Serves as needed on library and university committees.
  * 2. Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  * 1. Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, university policies and 
procedures.
  * 2. Knowledge of professional standards and regulations.
  * 3. Knowledge of web design and construction, utilizing server- and 
client-side programming and scripting languages for assembling and maintaining 
websites.
  * 4. Knowledge of security technology and security policies and procedures 
related to the area of responsibility.
  * 5. Ability to learn office and university-specific software.
  * 6. Ability to set priorities and complete assignments on time.
  * 7. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
  * 8. Ability to establish and maintain a good rapport with university faculty 
and staff, students, and the general public.
  * 9. Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
  * 10. Ability to work successfully as a member of a team.
  
Contact Name(s): David Justus, Associate Director/Library
Technology

Contact Phone/Extension: Phone: 936/468-1421

Contact Email: djus...@sfasu.edu

Contact Fax: 936/468-7610

  
Education: Master's degree in Library Science from an American Library
Association-accredited institution is required.

  
Experience and Training: Two years of related experience is required.
Experience utilizing web applications and designing and developing websites is
required. Experience in Windows and/or Linux server administration is
preferred.

  
Librarian rank is determined by level of experience, publications, membership
affiliations, etc. Minimum requirements listed are those for the Librarian I
level.

  
Work Hours: Monday - Friday

8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

  
Posting Date: 05-19-2015

  
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

  
Special Instructions to Applicants: Please provide at least three professional
references.

  
Specific Job Requirements/Duties for this Posting This is a 12-month, tenure-
track position.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

  
The Web Services Librarian is responsible for coordinating the integration of
Steen Library's electronic resources into the various web-based technologies;
overseeing development and maintenance of the library's web sites); assisting
with the management of the library's web servers; designing, developing and
supporting library web sites; selecting and installing web development
applications.

  
Apply at:



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Re: [CODE4LIB] Few Spots Left: Fedora Workshop, Knoxville, 6/26

[Paul Cummins]

Christina,

   I think I registered already but can't remember.  In fact I think I 
emailed and asked someone if I registered but can't remember that 
either.


:)

Paul



On 06/16/2015 09:55 AM, Harlow, Christina Marie wrote:

Hi Code4Lib!

We have a few spots left for a Fedora Workshop with Andrew Woods, Technical 
Lead for Fedora at Duraspace, being held in Knoxville, Tennessee, on Friday, 
6/26 (following the Joint Conference on Digital Libraries, also here in 
Knoxville).

Find more information about the workshop and how to register here 
, or email me if you have questions. 
This is a free workshop open to all who are interested in or working with Fedora.

Thanks!
Christina

Christina Harlow
Cataloging & Metadata Librarian
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
306Z1 Hodges Library
865-974-0029
charl...@utk.edu

[CODE4LIB] Few Spots Left: Fedora Workshop, Knoxville, 6/26

[Harlow, Christina Marie]

Hi Code4Lib!

We have a few spots left for a Fedora Workshop with Andrew Woods, Technical 
Lead for Fedora at Duraspace, being held in Knoxville, Tennessee, on Friday, 
6/26 (following the Joint Conference on Digital Libraries, also here in 
Knoxville).

Find more information about the workshop and how to register here 
, or email me if you have questions. 
This is a free workshop open to all who are interested in or working with 
Fedora.

Thanks!
Christina

Christina Harlow
Cataloging & Metadata Librarian
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
306Z1 Hodges Library
865-974-0029
charl...@utk.edu

[CODE4LIB] Job: Data Visualization Analyst, Duke University Libraries at Duke University Libraries

[jobs]

Data Visualization Analyst, Duke University Libraries
Duke University Libraries
Durham,NC

The Duke University Libraries are seeking a Data
Visualization Analyst that supports data visualization across multiple
disciplines at Duke University. The position is responsible
for providing instruction and outreach to faculty, students, and
interdisciplinary campus groups, supporting both individual and team or lab
visualization projects. The Data Visualization Analyst also represents Duke in
the data visualization community and assists in developing and evolving
visualization services in concert with faculty needs and research computing
strategies. The position reports to the Head of Data and Visualization
Services within Duke University Libraries and works under the guidance of the
Data Visualization Coordinator.

  
**Responsibilities**  

  * Advises, consults and provides technical support and training to students 
and faculty from all academic disciplines in the visualization of data.
  * Leads workshops and training session on data visualization tools and 
strategies.
  * Supports researchers in the Data and Visualization Lab with data and data 
visualization questions.
  * Creates guides, interfaces, and tutorials to enhance data visualization at 
Duke University.
  * Provides software assessment; recommends packages for site license 
consideration, and advises IT community on specifications for display and 
rendering hardware and software.
  * Participates in relevant conferences and meetings. Takes responsibility for 
developing a personal development plan in alignment with the ITS strategic plan.
  * Performs other duties as assigned.
**Supervisory Responsibilities**  
None

  
**Qualifications**  
  
It is the expectation that all Duke University Libraries staff members will
demonstrate exceptional workplace behaviors in the execution of their specific
position responsibilities. These behaviors are customer focus, collaboration,
creative problem solving, continuous learning and a commitment to diversity.

  
**Education:**  
  
Required: Master's degree in a field related to data visualization (e.g.,
computational social science, information science, data science, data
journalism, graphic design) or equivalent combination of education and
experience.

  
**Preferred:** Second advanced degree in a related field.  
  
**Experience:**  
  
**Required:**  

  * One to three years' experience working in the area of information 
visualization or comparable education and experience;
  * Demonstrated ability to provide consultations and instruction to 
researchers on information visualization;
  * Demonstrated experience with one or more data visualization tools or 
libraries (e.g., Tableau, d3.js, ggplot2, 3D modelling software);
  * Broad experience with data cleaning/processing/transformation techniques;
  * An understanding of current best practices in designing visualizations 
based on research in the field, as demonstrated through sample visualization 
projects, publications, or training;
  * Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills;
  * Able to work independently and as a member of a team.
**Preferred:**  

  * Previous experience supporting data visualization in a research setting;
  * Experience with data management (e.g., provenance documentation, data 
verification, archival formats);
  * Extensive experience in one or more of the following subfields of data 
visualization: information visualization, scientific visualization, geospatial 
visualization, visualization for humanities projects.
  * Experience with one or more programming/scripting languages (e.g., Python, 
R, Javascript);
  * Able to construct and automatically extract information from databases;
**Working Conditions**

  * Must be able to work in an environment in which exposure to materials 
containing dust and mold is possible
  * Normal office environment
  * Occasional weekend shifts required.
  * Occasional travel required
These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work
being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be
construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills
required of a person in this position.

  
**Salary and Benefits**  
Salary dependent on qualifications and experience. Comprehensive benefits
package includes 15 days vacation, 13 holidays, 12 days sick leave; health,
dental, disability and life insurance and support for professional development
and training.

  
**Environment**  
Since its founding in 1924, Duke University has grown into one of the most
prestigious private universities in the world and its medical center ranks
annually among the top in the nation. The Duke University Libraries are the
shared center of the university's intellectual life, connecting people and
ideas. The Libraries consist of the William R. Perkins Library and its
branches: Rare Book, Manuscript and Special Collections, Biologic