Essential Requirements:
1. Postgraduate qualification in Library and Information Science or Associateship in Information Science or equivalent degree from a recognized university.
2. 4-6 years experience in a library.
2. 4-6 years experience in a library.
3. Competence in the use of computers and software for library and information technology. Knowledge on KOHA and D-space is an added advantage.
4. Communication skills for effective interaction with information service providers, user community, and for engaging in inter-institutional partnerships.
4. Communication skills for effective interaction with information service providers, user community, and for engaging in inter-institutional partnerships.
Job description: The librarian should have the ability to maintain the relevance of the CSCS library in this fast-changing world in which modes of access to information are continually and rapidly evolving.
The responsibilities of the Librarian include, but are not limited to, the following:
a) Managing the day-to-day functioning of the library and its staff, interaction with user community to continue and update journal subscriptions and book collection; interaction with print and electronic information service providers, making financial projections and working towards the target goals.
b) With the Institute’s requirements in view, initiating necessary action to modernize and/or strengthen the structures to facilitate the research of the Institute.
c) To strengthen the Institute’s current active role in inter-institutional consortia and professional bodies, coordinating their activities, and liaising with local and national institutes’ libraries for exchange of information and for resource sharing.
d) For more information about the CSCS please logon to www.cscs.res.in
How to apply: The application submitted for consideration should include a bio-data, record of qualifications, a resume emphasizing relevant academic and work experience. Applications should be submitted to Mr. M.P. Nagaraj, Administrative Officer, on email: admin@cscs.res.in. Last date for receiving applications is 7th January 2010. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed in the second week of January. The selected candidate is expected to join the institution by late January 2011.
Should you have any further queries please contact:
M.P. Nagaraj
Administrative Officer
Centre for the Study of Culture and Society
No. 827, 29th Main Road
Poornaprajna HBCS Layout
Uttarahalli, BANGALORE - 560 061
Phone: 91-80-2642 3266/ 67 /68
Fax: 91-80-2642 3002
No. 827, 29th Main Road
Poornaprajna HBCS Layout
Uttarahalli, BANGALORE - 560 061
Phone: 91-80-2642 3266/ 67 /68
Fax: 91-80-2642 3002
Email: admin@cscs.res.in
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