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- Jon Bing, Professor of Information Technology Law, University of Oslo, Norway Dr. Gary Marchionini, Cary C. Boshamer Professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, has been appointed dean of the School of Information and Library Sciences. The University’s Board of Trustees today (Jan. 28) approved the appointment, effective April 1. “Gary Marchionini is a distinguished faculty member whose extraordinary academic background is internationally renowned,” said Chancellor Holden Thorp. “He is the ideal person to lead our School of Information and Library Science into this new decade when information and technology have never been more important in our society.” Added Bruce Carney, interim executive vice chancellor and provost, “Gary Marchionini knows the School of Information and Library Science and our University exceedingly well. He has the support from within the school to keep it a national leader.” A Carolina faculty member since 1998, Marchionini heads the school’s Interaction Design Laboratory and chairs its personnel committee. He serves on the Campus Research Computing Committee and has helped lead numerous campus initiatives since arriving at Carolina. Last spring, he was nominated by his students and selected as the school’s Outstanding Teacher of the Year. He is president of the American Society of Information Science and Technology, an international organization of professionals who focus on improving access to information. Marchionini is the chair of the National Institutes of Health/National Library of Medicine’s Biomedical Library and Informatics Review Committee. He previously was editor-in-chief of the Association for Computing Machinery’s (ACM) “Transactions on Information Systems” from 2002 to 2008, has served on more than a dozen editorial boards and is editor of the Morgan-Claypool book series, “Information Concepts, Retrieval and Services.” Marchionini has published more than 200 articles, book chapters and technical reports on topics related to digital libraries, information seeking, usability of personal health records, multimedia browsing strategies and personal identity in cyberspace. He has been awarded numerous grants from the National Science Foundation and other foundations, as well as research awards from companies including Microsoft, IBM and Google. He is the author of “Information Seeking in Electronic Environments,” part of a Cambridge University Press series. Marchionini earned a doctorate in curriculum development, focusing on mathematics education, and a master’s degree in secondary mathematics education from Wayne State University in 1974 and 1981, respectively. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in mathematics and English from Western Michigan University in 1971. Before arriving at UNC, he was a faculty member at the University of Maryland for 15 years. He served on the faculty and as a researcher at Wayne State from 1978 to 1983 and taught mathematics at the East Detroit Public Schools for seven years. The School of Information and Library Science seeks to advance the practice and profession of information science and librarianship, prepare students for careers in a variety of information professions and contribute to the study of information. The school offers an undergraduate major in information science and an undergraduate minor in information systems, masters’ degrees in information science and library science, and a Ph.D. program. Twenty-six faculty members teach about 330 graduate students and 58 undergraduate students. U.S. News & World Report magazine ranked the school’s master’s degree program tied for first in the 2010 edition of its “America’s Best Graduate Schools” guidebook. Barbara B. Moran, previous dean of the school from 1990 to 1998, has served as interim dean since May 2009 when José-Marie Griffiths, the previous dean, completed her term. “We’re grateful to Barbara for providing dedicated leadership to the school during the search,” Carney said. “Her calm and steady guidance through this transition has once again demonstrated her amazing skills as dean and her deep devotion to the school and to Carolina.” The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community. The University especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. This position provides a unique and exciting opportunity for a highly motivated information professional with an appreciation of scientific discovery, and an enthusiasm for working in an environment which bridges science, industry and commerce. MaRS Discovery District is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to maximizing the economic and social impact of Canadian innovation. The University of Toronto is a founding member of MaRS and is represented on its Board of Directors. The information specialist will in particular be serving researchers, professors and student entrepreneurs associated with MaRS Innovation and its research member institutions (15 members) and other University affiliates in the province. This position is one of two University of Toronto Information Specialist positions at MaRS. The position provides opportunities for interacting collegially with other librarians and for continuing professional development through MaRS and the University of Toronto Libraries. RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides in-depth reference and search services to MaRS Innovation and member institution clients and University affiliates using a broad range of science, technology and medicine (STM) databases and related market research business sources. Conducts high quality secondary market research in the areas of Life Sciences (Agriculture, Foods and Natural Products, Diagnostics and Imaging, Healthcare and Related Industries, Medical devices and Therapeutics), Information Communication Technology (Computational & Information Digital Multi-media, Hardware, Online Applications, Software, Telecommunications and Wireless) and Cleantech and Physical Sciences (Energy, Environment, Advanced Materials and Manufacturing). Gathers and analyses data in support of strategic decision making and provides client-based current awareness service in areas of emerging markets. Maintains documentation, templates and reference sources relevant to client needs and in support of the MaRS business development group. Develops outreach services with MaRS Innovation member institutions and nurtures positive client relationships. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be a graduate of an ALA accredited library school with an MLIS/MISt degree or an acceptable equivalent. An undergraduate degree or related experience in health science, science, engineering or business preferred. Two to five years experience working in an academic, hospital or special library or in a market research related area. Experience in searching scientific, technical and related business databases. Familiarity with patent databases and ability to conduct patent searching would be an asset. Demonstrated commitment to service and the ability to work creatively and effectively in a cross-disciplinary environment. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Client focused and results oriented. Strong time management skills with experience working independently in a deadline driven environment. Experience in provision of competitive intelligence services would be an asset. MINIMUM SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications and experience: Applicants interested in applying for this position should submit their letters of application, curriculum vitae and the names of three referees in writing to the Library Human Resources at utlhr@utoronto.ca or to Robarts Library, 130 St.George Street, Toronto, Ontario M5S 1A5, or fax (416) 946-5543 by Feb 10th, 2010. Key URLs – MaRS Discovery District – http://www.marsdd.com/index.html , MaRS Innovation – http://www.marsinnovation.com/ All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Toronto Libraries thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. I’m pleased to announce that I’ve been interviewed by Dylanne Dearborne of the SLA Toronto Student Group. Here’s a snippit:
The entire interview, along with other professional profiles, can be found at the SLA: Toronto Student Group Blog. |
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