Vol. 17, No. 15	Dec. 18, 1997

- #98F030 Assistant Professor, Department of Linguistics-Tenure-track position, with a specialization in one or more of the following areas: computational linguistics, semantics, syntax, theoretical second language acquisition. Available Sept. 1. DUTIES: Expected to contribute to the current strengths of the department in theoretical linguistics, and to the integration of linguistics and cognitive science, including researchers in the following areas: psychology, computer science, philosophy, neuroscience, educational studies, applied science and engineering laboratory. Teach graduate and undergraduate level courses in his/her area, as well as some undergraduate service courses. REQUIREMENTS: Ph.D. required by time of appointment. This is another position in linguistics at the University to begin in September 1998, and is NOT an extension of the application deadline for the search announced in Summer 1997. Candidates who have applied for the first position will automatically be considered for the second position unless requested otherwise. CONTACT: Send letter of application detailing how they meet the position description, curriculum vitae, samples of research/publications and names of three references to Linguistics Search Committee, Department of Linguistics, University of Delaware, 46 East Delaware Ave., Newark, DE 19716-2551 or send e-mail to Colin Phillips, Chairperson of the Search Committee, to colin@udel.edu. References should send letters of recommendation directly to the search committee. DEADLINE: Feb. 2.

- #98F031 Assistant Professor, Operations Research Program & Department of Food and Resource Economics-Tenure-track, nine-month appointment. Available Sept 1. Competitive salary. REQUIREMENTS: Ph.D. in operations research, management science, agriculture economics, economics, industrial engineering or related field. DUTIES: Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in operations research and food and resource economics; develop active research program; seek extramural funding related to operations research with applications in agribusiness, agriculture economics, risk management, emerging technologies or natural resource management; work with extension to disseminate research findings. CONTACT: Submit letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts and three sealed recommendation letters to P. Krishnan, Search Committee Chairperson, 233 Townsend Hall, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19717-1303. DEADLINE: March 1.

- #98F032 Assistant Professor, Department of Food and Resource Economics-Tenure-track, nine-month appointment in natural resource management and policy. Available Sept. 1. Competitive salary. REQUIREMENTS: Ph.D. in agricultural economics, economics or a related field. DUTIES: Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in natural resource policy, environmental law and contribute to department and college programs; develop active research program; seek extramural funding related to natural resources, emerging technologies, environmental and resource policy, land use, tourism and economic development. Work with extension to disseminate research findings. CONTACT: Submit letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcript, statement of teaching/research interest and three sealed recommendation letters to Thomas W. Ilvento, Search Committee Chairperson, 233 Townsend Hall, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19717-1303. DEADLINE: March 9.

- #98S089 Library Coordinator (L-06), University Library-Minimum of $9,761 per annum. Permanent part-time, 20-hour-per-week position, primarily evenings and weekends. Hours will vary according to academic calendar and needs of microcomputing site. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or G.E.D. required with two years of college course work preferred. Two years' experience working with the DELCAT Technical Services module; familiarity with OCLC, NUC and other relevant bibliographic databases; knowledge of acquisitions records, procedures and unit operations; demonstrated ability to perform accurate and detailed work; demonstrated ability to follow complex instructions; demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; reading skills in modern foreign language(s); previous microcomputing and Internet experience. DUTIES: Coordinate Morris Library microcomputing site operations primarily during evening and weekend hours. Supervise student employees who provide direct service to site users. Interpret and execute University, library and site policies and procedures. Assist users with software applications and computer operations. Answer complex and routine questions pertaining to the use of IBM-compatible and Macintosh hardware and software. Perform basic software maintenance. Other duties as assigned. DEADLINE: Dec. 23.

- #98S090 Records Coordinator (R-06), University Archives-LIMITED TO UD EMPLOYEES. Minimum of $18,314 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: Associate degree or equivalent course work in business administration or related field with three years' responsible records systems, accounting, stock control or retail experience with previous supervisory experience preferred. Knowledge of data control and retail stock control systems; ability to organize, review, analyze and interpret data control reports, merchandising methods and procedures; ability to communicate effectively; knowledge of University operating procedures for applicable administrative office preferred; ability to supervise and coordinate a specialized function; ability to operate microcomputers and terminals; good analytical/mathematical skills; or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Flexibility and strong background in detail work preferred. In addition to Windows word processing experience, working knowledge of databases (i.e.: Rbase, Access) and spreadsheets (i.e., Lotus, Excel) preferred. Ability to maintain confidentiality of University information. Prior records management experience preferred. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to lift boxes (minimum 35 pounds) and climb ladders. DUTIES: Manage University Records Center operations (in-house and commercial), including storage, access, filing, acceptance of records, paperwork preparation, monthly use statistics and verification of monthly commercial billing. Maintain review/destruction data for all stored records and replace damaged boxes. Maintain archives publications records and database. Assist director in conducting archives safety training. Monitor temperature and humidity and ensure appropriate Records Center lighting. Assist other staff as needed. DEADLINE: Jan. 6.

- #98S091 Licensed Practical Nurse (V-05), Student Health Services- LIMITED TO UD EMPLOYEES-Minimum of $13,673 per annum (nine-month position). Hours: 11 p.m.-7 a.m., Sunday night-Friday morning. REQUIREMENTS: Graduate of an approved school of practical nursing, licensed to practice practical nursing in Delaware, and one year of related nursing experience. Some experience in medical and surgical areas outside the University. Experience in areas of gynecology and adolescent care desirable. Working knowledge of basic anatomy; knowledge of pharmacology; ability to learn the use of A/O screener for sight testing; ability to keep accurate medical records and reports; ability to establish good rapport with patients; good emotional and physical health; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; sensitivity and ability to relate to multicultural issues; or any equivalent combination of experience and training. DUTIES: Perform routine patient care to include vital signs and a.m./p.m. care; assist in the admission, transfer and discharge of patients; administer a variety of treatments to include compresses, soaks, dressing changes and wound care; give medication to include all oral and injectable medication; order and supervise distribution of trays; observe, record and report signs, symptoms and reactions indicative of changes in the general physical and mental condition of the patient to include charting and shift reports; administer personal hygienic and nursing care for the comfort and well being of patients such as bed baths, fever sponges, back rubs, enemas and dental hygiene; maintain a neat, clean and safe environment and work area; assure efficient and proper use of equipment and supplies; guide student employees in their work; and perform other duties as assigned. DEADLINE: Jan. 6.

- #98P053 Program Specialist (Level 13), Continuing Education- REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in education or one of the fields represented in the programming areas and six to eight years of experience in continuing professional education or a related field; master's degree in education or one of the fields represented in the programming areas and three to five years of experience in continuing professional education or a related area are preferred. DUTIES: Responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of financially self-supporting, noncredit, continuing professional education programs. Primary programming areas include, but are not limited to, medicine, dentistry, nursing and allied health; wellness; nutrition; and professional skating coaching. Specific skills include the ability to identify and conceptualize program needs, monitor program details and logistics, communicate effectively in both oral and written form and to be able to interact effectively with the academic community and the myriad clients served by the department. CONTACT: Send a resume, cover letter addressing the position requirements and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references to James K. Broomall, Division of Continuing Education, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: Jan. 2.

- #98P054 Systems Programmer III (Level 13), Library- Minimum salary of $27,211 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree and a minimum of three years' effective experience, including a working knowledge of operating systems, principles and in-depth professional applications programming experience. Strong C programming skills. Technical experience with UNIX, DOS and Windows. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse individuals in an evolving automated environment. Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to produce clear, concise documentation. CONTACT: Send letter of application, current resume and names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references to Julie Brewer, Associate Librarian, Library Administrative Services, University of Delaware Library, Newark, DE 19717-5267. DEADLINE: Feb. 6.

- #98S093 Senior Secretary (S-05), Development-LIMITED TO UD EMPLOYEES. Minimum of $17,090 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High School diploma or G.E.D. with two years' secretarial experience; experience in the University environment and business school training preferred. Knowledge of office practices and procedures, business English, ability to communicate effectively, ability to maintain records and prepare reports or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Windows 95, MS Word and Excel experience preferred. Must maintain high level of confidentiality and have the ability to deal with the general public and to proof read correspondence, proposals, etc. DUTIES: Provide secretarial support for the assistant vice president and director of development and other development directors. Transcribe and type all correspondence (including presidential thank you letters), memos, proposals, reports, articles and charts, establish format on computer. Schedule appointments and meetings, reconcile budget statements, make travel arrangements, compose responses to routine requests and prepare high volume bulk mailings. Maintain files and information on projects which include compiling checks, charts and reference books. DEADLINE: Jan. 6.

- #98S094 Administrative Assistant (R-07), College of Engineering/Dean's Office-LIMITED TO UD EMPLOYEES. Minimum of $19,613 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: Associate degree or equivalent course work in business administration or related field with four years of progressively responsible clerical/secretarial/records experience. One year directly related experience and/or one year in a level six records or secretarial family position or equivalent preferred. Microcomputer skills; thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of general administration and organization; knowledge of unit programs, policies and procedures preferred; ability to communicate effectively; ability to analyze and interpret data; ability to make independent decisions and judgments in keeping with the level of the position; ability to plan, assign, review and evaluate the work of staff; or any equivalent combination of training and experience. DUTIES: Assist and support the operation and management of the engineering dean's office which includes 17 staff. Provide support for College Promotion and Tenure Committee. Write original articles for college publications. Assist dean in communicating with the administration, college faculty, staff and outside contacts. Assist dean with professional activities such as coordinating activities for a national conference, with organizing activities of the college and assuring adequate internal communication to approximately 150 college faculty and staff. DEADLINE: Jan. 6.

- #98S095 Audiovisual Media Specialist (T-06), Continuing Education, Wilmington-Minimum of $9,761 per annum. Permanent part-time, 20-hour-per-week position. REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree or two years of course work and/or experience in photography necessary involving responsibilities for slide/tape presentations. Thorough knowledge of operation of AV equipment, including 16mm and 35mm projectors, video projectors, tape decks, amplifiers, mixers, microcomputers and dissolve units. Ability to communicate effectively. Thorough knowledge in the repair of 16mm and 35mm projectors, amplifiers, speakers and audio and video cables. Ability to quickly trouble shoot equipment failures during use or any equivalent combination of education and experience. DUTIES: Schedule, set up, operate and maintain AV equipment for classrooms and special events. Train and assist volunteers. Maintain inventories, make repairs, order parts and equipment and arrange for major repairs. DEADLINE: Jan. 6.

- #98S096, Staff Assistant (S-06), Mechanical Engineering-LIMITED TO UD EMPLOYEES. Minimum of $18,314 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or G.E.D. with four years' increasingly responsible clerical and secretarial experience. Associate degree and prior University experience preferred. Extensive knowledge of office practices and procedures; knowledge of the principles and practices of general administration and organization; knowledge and/or experience with specialized software packages; ability to communicate effectively; ability to analyze and interpret data; ability to make independent decisions and judgments in keeping with the level of the position; or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Previous supervisory experience desired. Knowledge of Macintosh computers with Microsoft Word, Excel and FileMaker preferred. DUTIES: Supervision of the office staff, maintenance of undergraduate and graduate student records, organization of student recruitment, classification, registration, funding and grading. Frequent Netscape use. General secretarial support to the chair, including but not limited to general typing, scheduling meetings and organizing special events. DEADLINE: Jan. 6.

- #98S097 Senior Secretary (S-05), Center for Counseling and Student Development-LIMITED TO UD EMPLOYEES. 10-month position (August-May). Minimum of $14,236 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or G.E.D. with two years' experience in a secretarial position; experience in the University environment and business school training preferred. Knowledge of office practices and procedures; knowledge of business English; ability to communicate effectively; ability to maintain records and prepare reports; or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Knowledge of SIS system preferred. Must have proficient organizational skills and the ability to maintain accuracy while handling multiple tasks or being interrupted. Good judgment and the ability to calmly interact with people in distress is crucial. Ability to maintain close working relationships with other center staff members, the Student Health Service, dean of students office and SOS and Wellspring volunteer groups. DUTIES: Screen inquiries through telephone and walk-ins, schedule appointments for students with professional staff and to take computerized assessment programs, maintain a confidential client file system, provide word processing support, purchase office supplies and obtain needed campus services. DEADLINE: Jan. 6.