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Date: June 2, 2003

Location: NELINET Offices, Southborough, MA

Sponsored by NELINET, Inc., the Boston Library Consortium, and the National Network of Libraries of Medicine/New England Region, the Institute will explore the current state of scholarly publishing industry and its relationships with libraries and consortia. Attendees will hear about changes that have occurred and are occurring in the scholarly publishing industry, and will explore anticipated trends in the next five-to-ten years. The issues will be addressed from the perspective of commercial and alternative scholarly publishers, academic faculty and administration, and library administrators.

Speakers and Presenters (a partial listing)

• David R. Worlock, Chairman, Electronic Publishing Services Ltd., London

Commercial Publishers:

• Bob Bovenschulte, Director, Publications Division, American Chemical Society
• Marc Brodsky, Executive Director and CEO, American Institute of Physics
• Karen Hunter, Senior Vice President, Elsevier Scientific

Academic Community:

• Selma Botman, Vice President for Academic Affairs, University of Massachusetts
• Jonathan Lord, Assistant Director Collection Development, Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, University of Virginia Medical Center

Alternative Publishers:

• Adrian Alexander, Executive Director, Greater Western Library Alliance, and Treasurer, BioOne

Closing Keynote:

• James Neal, Vice President for Information Services, Columbia University

Registration fee:

NELINET Full Member, Boston Library Consortia Member or National Network of Libraries of Medicine/New England Region Member: $ 135.00

NELINET Affiliate Member: $160.00

Non-Member: $ 190.00

To register online, please complete the online registration form at: http://www.nelinet.net/calendar/wkshpreg.htm



Job Opening at the New England Regional Medical Library!

UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS MEDICAL SCHOOL --- POSITION DESCRIPTION

WORKING TITLE

• Regional Medical Consumer Health Coordinator Medical Center Library

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Builds the consumer health program within the region by developing the region's infrastructure to respond to consumer health information needs and raises the awareness of New England region health professionals, consumers and librarians about this program. Responsible for developing the delivery technologies, selecting appropriate software, teaching users, evaluating and reporting results of consumer health information.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops goals and objectives for the consumer health program in consultation with NLM, the Associate Director and other New England region staff.
• Reports on progress in meeting program goals and objectives.
• Develops proposed budget for programs with the Associate Director.
• Provides referrals and information on the New England region and NN/LM services, NLM systems, and the consumer health program to healthcare and public librarians and healthcare professionals in the region.
• Exhibits NLM, NN/LM, and NER products and services at regional and national meetings, with an emphasis on the consumer health program.
• Writes and edits articles on Consumer Health for the New England region's newsletter and edits a special issue on consumer health for the newsletter.
• Develops and conducts training and demonstrations of MEDLINEplus and other NLM systems and develops and teaches classes on consumer health topics.
• Monitors consumer health outreach subcontracts in the region.
• Develops and maintains content on the New England region web site for program area and collaborates with other regions in developing content for the NN/LM website.
• Promotes network membership to public librarians within the New England region.
• Promotes the consumer health program to state libraries, public libraries and health sciences librarians.
• Serves as a liaison to the Consumer Health Advisory Boards of Outreach Subcontracts.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Masters degree from an ALA accredited library program. 3-5 years experience in an academic health sciences, academic, research or special library.
• Familiarity with consumer health resources.
• Working knowledge of the internet; familiarity with using HTML and/or website development experience also helpful.
• Ability to plan and implement innovative services.
• Teaching experience.
• Experience in information management programs.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both oral and written communications.
• Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to work cooperatively in a demanding and changing environment with all levels of staff and a variety of users.
• Flexibility; initiative; problem-solving skills; energy and time management skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Active and continuing membership in the Academy of Health Information Professionals (AHIP), the Special Library Association, or the Medical Library Association (MLA).

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Reports to the RML Associate Director. Performs independently within established strategy, objectives and principles. Operates with a high degree of independence developing and implementing actions consistent with the mission of the Regional Medical Library program. Proactively refers high-impact issues beyond scope of responsibility to immediate supervisor.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

• None.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Usual academic medical center environment with education, patient care and biomedical research facilities.
• Base of normal office environment with high rate of interruption. Occasional exposure to high noise.
• Occasional off-regular working hours, weekends and holidays. Occasional lifting of heavy items up to 25 lbs.
• Occasional travel on- and off-campus with possible overnight stays. VDT exposure.
• Car required for travel between campus and off-campus dept offices. Dust exposure.
• Although all aspects of this position may not be described, I certify that this is an accurate statement of the major responsibilities and the necessary minimum qualifications.

Contact Javier Crespo, Associate Director-508-856-2223 or 1-800-338-7657



Greetings and Farewell



I was invited to write a final article for the NER'eastah - and threatened with the posting of ugly pictures if no articles were forthcoming. At the risk of having your memory of me as a colleague be a picture of me in a funny wig, I write these words -

When I moved to New England eleven years ago, I never imagined the friendships and professional growth that I would experience here. I have been privileged to work in excellent organizations and to serve on the MAHSLIN and NAHSL Boards. I have participated in the development and growth of new services at UMass. Thanks to Elaine Martin for giving the opportunity for several of these new experiences and many professional opportunities.

The start-up work of a new RML office was both demanding and fun. Figuring out staffing and budgets and establishing the new office at UMass involved the work of many people. Thanks to everyone who laid the groundwork (Elaine, Deb Dulmaine Coonan, Mary Piorun in particular) and to everyone who said "yes" when they were called on to participate on committees, the RAC, subcontracts and awards and personal advice (you know who you are and there are too many of you to start naming names). This office is a group effort and provides excellent service thanks to your guidance and expressions of need.

As I move to a new position at Thomas Jefferson University, I will carry my experiences in New England with me and treasure many happy memories of times there. The years I was able to spend in New England have been exciting, challenging and personally rewarding. I've enjoyed working with all of you on professional groups and committees and boards. I've loved getting to know so many of you as friends as well as colleagues. I look forward to continuing our friendships although it will have to be in a new format.

Thanks to everyone in New England for your friendship and support!

Debbie Sibley