Vol. 18, No. 32

May 20, 1999


#99F071 Professor, Assistant/Associate Level, Mathematical Sciences--Tenure/ tenure-track position, beginning Sept. 1. REQUIREMENTS: Evidence of a publication record and fundable research required. Experience and interest in establishing and mentoring links with industry and other academic disciplines will weigh in the candidate's favor. Expertise in any of the areas of wave propagation, fluid dynamics, materials science, scientific computation and inverse problems are advantageous. Evidence of effective teaching essential. CONTACT: Send a curriculum vitae (including funding history), reprints and or preprints and three letters of recommendation to Applied Mathematics Search Committee, Department of Mathematical Sciences, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: Nov. 15.

#99P137 Campus Information Technology Associate II (Level 13), Center for Drug and Alcohol Studies--REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree and five years' experience, or a master's degree and one year of experience. Familiarity with database development, maintenance and report generation required, preferably at advanced level. Working knowledge of social sciences statistical packages, specifically SPSS and ability to maintain legacy FoxPro databases preferred. DUTIES: Develop/maintain databases deriving from extensive longitudinal surveys. Supervise data entry. Collaborate with the center's investigators in the planning and maintenance of data processing hardware, as well as in the development of data reports and grant submissions. CONTACT: Send resume and three references to Clifford Butzin, Chair, Database Developer Search Committee, Center for Drug and Alcohol Studies, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716 or e-mail <butzin@udel.edu>. Additional information at <http://www. udel.edu/cdas>. DEADLINE: May 31.

#99P138 Assistant to the Chair (Level 12), Department of Individual and Family Studies--LIMITED TO UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE EMPLOYEES. REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in accounting, business or related field with two to four years' relevant experience. Related progressive experience may be substituted for education. Basic computing skills with working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets and databases required. Demonstrated experience managing budgets and supervising others preferred. Familiarity with University systems, policies and procedures. DUTIES: Oversee day-to-day activities of the chair's office. Assist with the financial management and monitor department's budgets, process personnel transactions, track allocation of graduate student funding and assist in the preparation and monitoring of contracts and grants. Advise chair in the allocation of resources such as space, computing needs and equipment. Supervise staff members. Coordinate special departmental events. Assist faculty as required. CONTACT: Send a cover letter, resume and names of references to Rob Palkovitz, Interim Chair, Department of Individual and Family Studies. DEADLINE: June 1.

#99S166 Maintenance Technician (T-05), Operations and Maintenance-Lewes, Marine Operations Building--Minimum $19,142 per annum. 40 hours per week. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or G.E.D. with general knowledge of equipment operation. Thorough mechanical knowledge of heating, plumbing, electrical, carpentry and masonry work. Ability to write, understand, follow directions. Interpersonal skills and ability to learn and accept new ideas, techniques and responsibilities; or any equivalent combination of experience or training. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to work above or below ground level, ascend and descend ladders, work in cramped quarters and lift a minimum of 50 pounds. Must possess valid motor vehicle operator's license. DUTIES: Under general supervision perform maintenance work on buildings, grounds, equipment and machinery. CONTACT: Apply in person with resume at 700 Pilottown Rd., MOB, Room 104, Lewes, or at Employee Services, 51 E. Main St., Newark. DEADLINE: June 1.

#99S167 Records Analyst (R-06), Internal Audit--LIMITED TO UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE EMPLOYEES. Minimum $19,230 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: Associate degree or equivalent course work in business administration or related field, with three years' responsible records systems or accounting experience with previous supervisory experience preferred. Knowledge of data control systems. Organize, review, analyze and interpret data control reports, communicate effectively. Knowledge of University operating procedures for applicable administrative office preferred. Good analytical and mathematical skills, or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Spreadsheet/ word processing experience essential. DUTIES: Proficiency with Windows 95, spreadsheet and word processing applications. Conduct and assist in audits of University departments, systems, funds, functions and accounts including research, compilation and analyses of audit date; preparation of audit work papers and draft reports; perform
general administrative office duties and type technical reports. DEADLINE:
May 24.

#99S168 Executive Secretary (R-06) Center for Economic Education and Entrepreneurship--LIMITED TO UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE EMPLOYEES. Minimum $19,230 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or G.E.D. with four years' increasingly responsible clerical/ secretarial experience. Associate degree and prior University experience preferred. Requires extensive knowledge of office practices and procedures, knowledge of principles/practices of general administration and organization. Make independent decisions and judgments in keeping with level of position and exercise discretion in guarding confidentiality. Plan, assign, review and evaluate the work of staff, or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Knowledge of WordPerfect 6.1 and/or Microsoft Word 97 and a desire to learn new computer skills are essential. Knowledge of Microsoft Access 97 and Microsoft Excel 97 preferred. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to pass a typing test (45 words per minute). DUTIES: Assist with administration of education programs and projects in educational and business community. Handle internal course registration and assist director with public relations/activities. DEADLINE: May 24.

#99S169 Records Technician (R-03), Office of the Vice President for Student Life--Minimum, $15,962 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or G.E.D. with one year of clerical inventory control and/or data input. Knowledge of record maintenance, processing, retrieval and bookkeeping techniques. Ability to learn operating procedures of appropriate office, discretion in handling confidential information, operate complex data access terminal and data input key recording device, or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Basic mathematical skills preferred. DUTIES: Coordinate meetings, schedule student-related activities and provide support for projects in the division. Reconcile account statements. Answer inquiries and provide general information to division personnel, University employees, students, parents and other constituents. Compose and type correspondence. Maintain office records and filing system. Perform other related duties as assigned. DEADLINE: May 28.

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