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Tobacco Document Indexer position at UCSF



Document Indexer, Tobacco Control Digital Archives (Temporary)
Library and Center for Knowledge Management
University of California, San Francisco

The University of California, San Francisco, seeks applications for a temporary
appointment as Document Indexer.  UCSF is a health science university.  The
schools of Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, and Pharmacy, as well as the Graduate
Division, award advanced professional and research degrees in the basic,
natural, and behavioral sciences related to health.

Reporting to the Tobacco Control Digital Archives Project Manager, this
individual will read, index and write abstracts of tobacco industry documents
in digital and paper format.  Using database software in a web-based
environment the Document Indexer will create consistent and high quality
research tools for the field of tobacco control.  The Document Indexer will
also apply detailed thesaurus terminology to describe the documents, develop
authority control for terms and monitor database quality, monitor and manage an
online data conversion process, and other responsibilities as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Ability to analyze and summarize information to enhance
database.  Able to work independently and solve problems.  Must have excellent
writing skills, attention to detail, ability to meet deadlines, experience
working in a web-based environment, and proficiency with PCs and database
software.  Requires BA or BS degree.  Prefer MLS degree and indexing or
cataloging experience, familiarity with MeSH, and knowledge of public health
issues.


This is a temporary appointment at 100% through June 31, 2002.  It is
anticipated that the Document Indexer will be appointed to the Analyst,
Assistant Administrative series (salary from $34,200 to $37,600 depending upon
qualifications).  Position includes benefits.

Application deadline: open until filled.  Address letters of application with
resume and the names of three references to:

Nanette Grimm
Management Services Officer
UCSF Library/CKM, Box 0840
San Francisco, CA  94143-0840

The University of California, San Francisco, is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  Women and minorities are
encouraged to apply.  UCSF specifically seeks candidates who can make
contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity.



Celia White, MLS
white@library.ucsf.edu
Digital Librarian Project Manager
Tobacco Control Archive
415/514-0507
FAX: 415/502-0910
Library and Center for Knowledge Management
University of California San Francisco
530 Parnassus Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94143-0840

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