REFORMA Scholarship Program for 2011

REFORMA: The National Association to Promote Library and Information Services to Latinos and the Spanish-Speaking

Deadline: Midnight April 1, 2011

For more information and to access the application, see: http://www.reforma.org/content.asp?pl=7&sl=47&contentid=47

Who should apply?
Any current or newly entering graduate library school student [M.L.S. or Ph.D.] may apply for its scholarships. Must provide proof of enrollment to an accredited library school. Full-time status is not a requirement.
Since 1971, REFORMA has supported the active recruitment of bilingual and bicultural librarians to meet the information needs of the Spanish-speaking community. The REFORMA Scholarship provides financial assistance to encourage and enable Spanish speakers to pursue or advance a career in Library and Information Science.

Title of Award : REFORMA Scholarship
REFORMA has established a scholarship to be awarded annually for the academic year, commencing in the Fall. The award is announced at the American Library Association Annual Conference and is granted for graduate study in the field of Library and Information Science.

Amount
$1,500 maximum. Number of scholarships and amount varies from year to year.

Eligibility
Open to students who qualify for graduate study in Library and Information Science who are Spanish-speakers or interested in serving Latinos or the Spanish-speaking. The scholarships are not restricted by age, sex, creed, national origin, or minority group/association membership.

Qualifications
Applicants must show evidence of commitment to a career in librarianship and the potential for high academic standing. Applicants should demonstrate an understanding of and desire to serve the Spanish- speaking community. The recipients must display character and leadership, which are essential for success both as a student and as a professional.

**NOTE: Before scholarship funds are disbursed, recipient must be accepted to an accredited library school and provide proof of enrollment.

Application Procedures
Applicants must submit the following:

Completed application (Word or PDF)
*Official copy of most recent college transcripts (photocopies will not be accepted)
*Current resume accompanied by a cover letter
*Two letters of reference from professors, employers, librarians or other professionals (excluding family) who are well acquainted with the applicant's educational background, intellectual abilities, and personal character.

Additional Information
Award recipients will be notified prior to the awarding of the scholarships. They will also be announced on the REFORMA Online Forum before the ALA Annual Conference in June. The REFORMA Scholarship MUST be used within the academic year following notification of the award, and the recipient must be enrolled in an ALA-accredited library school program. Students who have been awarded a scholarship but do not use it during the year for which it was awarded, must return the award and re-apply for the following year or later.

Reply to:
Ramona F. Grijalva, Chair
REFORMA Scholarship Committee
408 W. Ohio Street
Tucson, AZ 85714
Phone: 520-741-1762
email: ramonagrijalva@yahoo.com

Hourly Student Position Available

***This position does not come with a tuition waiver****

Hourly student position available.

The Resuscitation Outcomes Consortium (ROC) Clinical Trail Center seeks a STUDENT WEB DEVELOPER to join our team to help improve existing or implement new functionality for our web-oriented software system. Our software is a key part of a medical research project that aims to help save lives. The users of our site are the clinical staff at the UW Clinical Trials Center and staff at participating sites in cities in the U.S. and Canada.

Projects will be assigned based on your existing skills and interests as well as the importance and urgency of the projects. If desired and depending on arrangements with your department, work here may count for capstone project credits, independent study credits, or other project-oriented credits.

This is a good opportunity for students to get experience in a real-world environment and gain an edge when applying to jobs in the summer or after graduation. Undergraduate and graduate students are both welcome to apply.

Hours and Salary:

* Hours are flexible. For the summer, we need students to commit to a schedule that's in the range of 25hr-40hr/wk

* Students should commit to at least 2 quarters, and we prefer longer commitments

* Pay will be based on experience, roughly ranging from $12 to $18 per hour


What the applicant can expect to learn while working here:

* Database-driven web application (Perl, Mason, HTML, CSS, Javascript, AJAX, MySQL)

* Software engineering best practices (project planning, design documents, bug-tracking, source control, etc.)

Requirements:
* Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Basic programming proficiency

Experience in the following is a plus:
* Web programming related technology (Perl, PHP, ASP, Python, HTML/CSS, Javascript, AJAX, etc.)
* Software engineering methods (project planning, design documents, bug tracking, source control, usability testing, etc.)
* Usage of relational databases (MySQL, MSSQL, Access, etc.)


To apply, please send resume to Art Kerr, Operations Manager, adkerr@uw.edu

Graduate Staff Assistant Position

******************This position comes with a tuition waiver*****************

https://uwhires.admin.washington.edu/eng/candidates/default.cfm?szCategory=jobprofile&szOrderID=61372&szCandidateID=0&szSearchWords=&szReturnToSearch=1

Learning and Scholarly Technologies has an outstanding opportunity for Graduate Staff Assistant, Spring, Summer and Autumn Quarters.

Department: LEARNING & SCHOLARLY TECHNOLOGIES
Job Location: 4518 University Way
Posting Date: February 1, 2010

Date Available: Spring quarter 2010
Deadline: February 15, 2010
Notification Deadline: March 1, 2010
Acceptance Deadline: March 15, 2010

Description:
Learning & Scholarly Technologies (LST) supports members of the University of Washington (UW) community as they discover, work toward, and achieve their learning, teaching and research goals. We explore innovative technologies and offer proven solutions, in collaboration with our clients, to help them stay at the forefront of their work.

LST is seeking a UW graduate student to serve as a Graduate Staff Assistant for spring, summer, and autumn 2010. The Graduate Staff Assistant will contribute to current and future research projects at LST. Duties include: coordinating research activities, assisting with data collection and analysis (both quantitative and qualitative), and contributing to written reports of study findings.

Requirements:
# Currently registered UW Graduate Student in good standing and eligibility to hold a Graduate Student Assistantship

Candidates must have strong research and writing skills, including quantitative analysis abilities and expertise with SPSS. Applicants should also have experience conducting focus groups or interviews and experience analyzing qualitative data. In addition, candidates must work well as a member of a team and independently, communicate effectively with colleagues, exercise good judgment, and meet deadlines.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

Desired:
Experience in a field related to education and technology is a plus. Teaching experience or other relevant technology or research experience is also desired.
Condition of Employment:
# Currently registered UW graduate student

# Candidates are hired through graduate appointments; applicants must therefore be enrolled at the UW and be in good standing with ten credits or more of graduate coursework during spring and autumn quarters and two credits or more of graduate coursework during summer quarter.
# Applicants must also be able to work 20 hours from Monday through Friday between the hours of 8am and 5pm.
# The appointment carries a stipend, tuition waiver, and health benefits.

A satisfactory outcome from a criminal background verification may be required prior to hire.

Terms:
Salary information: http://www.grad.washington.edu/students/fa/salary-schedules.shtml
This job classification is governed by a negotiated labor contract and is subject to union shop provisions. For more information about union shop provisions, visit: UW/UAW Contract Preamble.

Application Process:
Part of the application process for this position includes completing an on-line cover letter assessment as well as the Employment Eligibility Assessment to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. The assessments will appear on your screen for you to complete as soon as you select "Apply to this Position" on this job announcement. Once you begin the assessment, it must be completed at that time. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until the assessment is complete.

Application Timeline:
Application review begins immediately. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

For priority consideration, apply by: February 15, 2010
Notification Deadline: March 1, 2010
Acceptance Deadline: March 15, 2010

Research Assistant Position - The Information School

Research Assistant – Developer - Keeping Found Things Found
University of Washington Information School

Location
Information School, UW - Roosevelt Commons

Position Title
Research Assistant

Start Date: December 16, 2009
End Date: June 15, 2010 with possible option to continue full-time through the summer

Position Description
We are looking for a person with the skills and the motivation to make significant advances on a research prototype designed to radically improve the way people manage their information. The Keeping Found Things Found (KFTF) project (http://kftf.ischool.washington.edu/) has received funding from the National Science Foundation to continue work on a Personal Project Planner prototype (“Planz” for short).

Planz is all about organizing everything (informational) into a single, integrated document that helps you "see" & manage all the projects you want to get done. Planz™ is a thin overlay to the file system and other applications providing a basis for an integrative organization and display of documents, email messages and web pages needed to complete various personal projects. (To see a 5-minute video on Planz or to download and try it see: http://kftf.ischool.washington.edu/planner_index.htm).

Requirements
• Passion for coding.
• Self-motivated with ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Strong understanding of Object Oriented design.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Proficient in C#, or C++/Java.
• Knowledge of Microsoft .NET.
• Experience with web programming is a plus.
• Experience with maintaining and extending an existing, multi-author code base.
• Ability to find and evaluate relevant Personal Information Management tools.

This position is open to all master’s level students enrolled in the University of Washington as of winter quarter 2010. This position is eligible for a tuition waiver and benefits. The amount of tuition to be waived depends on the program of study the student is enrolled. Questions regarding salary and benefits should be directed to Crystal Yost, Assistant HR Manager crystaly@uw.edu or 206-543-4738. Students must be enrolled for a minimum of 10 credits to be eligible.

To apply
Please submit the following application materials to Ulibee Parker at iApply@uw.edu (please include “RA – Developer – KFTF” in the subject line) or to Mary Gates Hall, Suite 370:

1. Please include a cover letter describing your skills and experiences relevant to the position.
2. Attach a current resume that includes your work history and academic accomplishments.

The deadline to apply is Monday, December 14, 2009. All candidates will be contacted within two weeks of closing date. The strongest candidates will be contacted to participate in interviews.

Note: This job classification is governed by a negotiated labor contract and is subject to union shop provisions. For more information about union shop provisions, visit: www.washington.edu/admin/hr/jobs/apl/union-info.html

Hourly Data Analyzer Position - The Information School

Hourly Data Analyzer– Keeping Found Things Found Project
University of Washington Information School

Position Title
Data Analyzer

Start Date: 12/17/2009, or as soon as possible
End Date: 03/15/2010, with a possible extension into spring quarter

Location
Information School, Roosevelt Commons Building

Position Description
To be alive and active is to have projects. Some projects are work-related (“finish marketing report”); some are not (“move to Boston”). How do we plan the projects we wish to complete? How do we manage the information, in many different forms, needed to complete these projects? What problems do we encounter and how might tools help?
The Keeping Found Things Found (KFTF) project (http://kftf.ischool.washington.edu/) has received funding from the National Science Foundation to complete a study that explores these and related questions. A consider amount of data has been gathered. Now it is time to analyze this data.

We are looking for a person with the skills and the motivation to analyze the transcripts of interviews collected from scores of participants over a two- year period. These interviews are likely to provide material for several publications. The successful candidate will be encouraged to participate in and share authorship credit for the completion of these publications.

This position will average 5 to 15 hours per week.

Requirements
• Excellent communication and organization skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative and work independently
• Experience with SPSS or other statistical packages is a plus.
• Experience with Atlas or other tools in support of qualitative analysis is a plus.

Salary
$12-$18.00 per hour--DOE

This hourly position is open to all University of Washington students. . This position is not benefits eligible. Questions regarding this position should be directed to Crystal Yost, Assistant HR Manager crystaly@uw.edu or 206-543-4738.

To apply
1. Please include a cover letter describing your skills and experiences relevant to position.
2. Attach a current resume that includes your work history and academic accomplishments.
Please submit all application materials to Ulibee Corner at iApply@uw.edu with "Data Analyzer" in the subject line or to Mary Gates Hall, Suite 370. This position is open until filled.

Note: This job classification is governed by a negotiated labor contract and is subject to union shop provisions. For more information about union shop provisions, visit: www.washington.edu/admin/hr/jobs/apl/union-info.html

Learning and Scholarly Technologies Graduate Assistant

https://uwhires.admin.washington.edu/eng/candidates/default.cfm?szCategory=jobprofile&szOrderID=59396&szCandidateID=0&szSearchWords=&szReturnToSearch=1

Learning and Scholarly Technologies has an outstanding opportunity for Graduate Staff Assistant, Winter and Spring Quarters.

Department: LEARNING & SCHOLARLY TECHNOLOGIES
Job Location: 4518 University Way

Date Available: Winter and Spring quarters 2010
Deadline: November 20, 2009
Notification Deadline: December 4, 2009
Acceptance: December 11, 2009

Description:
Learning & Scholarly Technologies (LST) supports members of the University of Washington (UW) community as they discover, work toward, and achieve their learning, teaching and research goals. We explore innovative technologies and offer proven solutions, in collaboration with our clients, to help them stay at the forefront of their work.

LST is seeking a UW graduate student to serve as a Graduate Staff Assistant for winter and spring quarters. The Graduate Staff Assistant will be responsible for technical writing and editing. Projects include writing LST marketing materials and news stories; collaborating on technology research reports; creating and updating content for the LST Web site (http://www.uw.edu/lst), including online how-to guides, computing workshop curriculum, and profiles of technology use; collaborating with professional, graduate, and undergraduate staff on curriculum development and technical communication projects; and other duties as assigned.

Requirements:
# Currently registered UW Graduate Student in good standing and eligibility to hold a Graduate Student Assistantship.

Candidates should have a genuine interest in academic technology and enjoy working with and assisting people. Candidates must have excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as strong editing skills. In addition, candidates must be able to understand new technology quickly, work well as a member of a team and independently, communicate effectively with colleagues, exercise good judgment, and meet deadlines.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
Desired:
Other desired skills include the following: leadership ability; Web design skills and experience with Web languages; proficiency with PowerPoint and Excel, including chart design; teaching experience; and other relevant technology, writing, or technical communication experience.
Condition of Employment:
# Currently registered UW graduate student
# Candidates are hired through graduate appointments; applicants must therefore be enrolled at the UW and be in good standing with ten credits or more of graduate coursework.
# Applicants must also be able to work 20 hours from Monday through Friday between the hours of 8am and 5pm.
# The appointment carries a stipend, tuition waiver, and health benefits.
# The appointment may continue beyond spring 2010, based on satisfactory performance and funding availability.

A satisfactory outcome from a criminal background verification may be required prior to hire.

Terms:
Salary information: http://www.grad.washington.edu/students/fa/salary-schedules.shtml
This job classification is governed by a negotiated labor contract and is subject to union shop provisions. For more information about union shop provisions, visit: UW/UAW Contract Preamble.

Application Process:
Part of the application process for this position includes completing an on-line cover letter assessment as well as the Employment Eligibility Assessment to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. The assessments will appear on your screen for you to complete as soon as you select "Apply to this Position" on this job announcement. Once you begin the assessment, it must be completed at that time. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until the assessment is complete.

Application Timeline:
Application review begins immediately. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

For priority consideration, apply by: November 20, 2009
Notification: December 4, 2009
Acceptance: December 11, 2009

DOE Computational Science Graduate Fellowship

http://www2.krellinst.org/csgf/index.shtml

The Department of Energy Computational Science Graduate Fellowship (DOE CSGF) application is now available online. The deadline to apply is January 14th, 2010.

Please visit the FAQ's or Help sections of the application to answer any questions you may have or feel free to contact me at any time with further questions.

Google Lime Scholarship for Students with Disabilities

http://www.limeconnect.com/google.html

Application Deadline: December 15, 2009

Access to knowledge is our thing. When it comes to higher education for promising scholars, we don’t want anything to stand in the way. That’s why we’re proud to partner with Lime. Google is committed to helping the innovators of the future make the most of their talents by providing scholarships and networking retreats for computer science students with disabilities.

Recipients of the Google Lime Scholarship will receive a scholarship for the 2010–2011 academic year. Selected students will also be invited to attend the all-expenses-paid retreat at the Googleplex in Mountain View, CA, in 2011. Scholarships will be awarded based on the strength of candidates’ academic background, leadership and passion for computer science - $10,000USD for those studying in the US and $5,000CAD for those studying in Canada (based on average tuition costs).

Eligibility Requirements

Candidates must be:

* A current junior or senior year of undergraduate study or enrolled in a graduate program at a university in the United States or Canada (in addition to US and Canada citizens, international students with disabilities studying at universities in the US or Canada are also encouraged to apply)
* Enrolled in a Computer Science or Computer Engineering program, or a closely related technical field, as a full-time student for the 2010–2011 academic year
* A person with a disability (dened as someone who has, or considers themselves to have , a
long-term, or recurring, issue that impacts one or more activities that others may consider a
daily function); this denition also includes the perception among others that a disability exists

How To Apply

Candidates will apply online, and provide the following:

* Contact and education information
* Current resume
* Academic transcripts
* Answers to essay questions
* Two recommendation letters from a professor, adviser or supervisor

http://www.limeconnect.com/google.html

Research Assistantship for Evans School or Information School students ONLY

Research Assistant - IMLS Public Access in Libraries Study
University of Washington, Information School

***Must be a currently enrolled graduate student in the Information School or Evans School of Public Affairs***

Location
The Information School, UW

Start Date: 10/12/09, or ASAP
End Date: 12/15/09

This appointment is initially for autumn quarter with the possibility to extend into winter and spring pending funding. The RA will work an average of 20 hours per week.

Position Description
The Information School has an outstanding opportunity for a Research Assistant to contribute to a study examining public access computing in libraries across the United States.

Libraries offer an established institution and infrastructure for providing public access to information along with training and other peripheral services important for those who are not regularly exposed to technology in their daily lives. However, there is little systematic information available on the impact of library efforts in this area, particularly related to the use of these technologies for public access to critical information that can make a difference in the lives of the users. This research program seeks to establish indicators that will provide a long-term method for measuring impact of these services on the populations using them, particularly the underserved communities that have no other access to digital information resources. An important part of the study will be the dissemination of findings to public policy agencies and organizations that should be aware of the impact libraries are having on the social and economic well-being of our communities through
their public access computing services.

The Research Assistant will work with a team of faculty and research staff to execute the research plan. The successful student will gain valuable experience in both large-scale research implementation and qualitative and quantitative data analysis.

Duties include:
• Secondary research of existing data, literature, reports and other studies relevant to this project
• Analysis of qualitative and quantitative data and synthesis for publications
• Assist in writing papers for academic and professional conferences and journals
• Assist in other aspects of research implementation, including communicating with stakeholders, maintaining the research website, and preparing reports

Requirements
• Must be a currently enrolled graduate student in the Information School or Evans School of Public Affairs
• Significant research experience including field research, data analysis, and statistical analysis
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Able to work efficiently and independently in a rapidly changing work environment
• Computer-proficient and comfortable using software applications such as Windows SharePoint Services, Microsoft Office and Outlook, and Internet Explorer
• Demonstrated experience using research software such as SPSS, SAS, and Atlas.ti.

Desired qualification
• Experience with GIS
Qualified students with an interest in the impact of public access computing in libraries and public policy related to libraries, and who are enrolled in the Information School or the Evans School are encouraged to apply.

This position is eligible for a tuition waiver and benefits (percentage of tuition waived will be dependent upon program student is enrolled in). Questions regarding salary and benefits should be directed to Crystal Yost, Assistant HR Manager crystaly@uw.edu or 206-543-4738. Students must be enrolled for a minimum of 10 credits to be eligible.

To apply
1. Please include a cover letter briefly describing your skills and experiences relevant to this type of position in one page or less.
2. Attach a current resume that includes your work history and academic accomplishments
3. Attach a copy of your most recent complete transcript for the masters or PhD program you are currently pursuing (does not have to be official; pdf format will be accepted)
4. Attach a sample of your research related writing or contributions to any past studies that you have worked on.

Please return all application materials to Ulibee Corner at iApply@uw.edu (please include "RA IMLS" in the subject line) or to Mary Gates Hall, Suite 370, no later than October 9, 2009.