From: c-thomas@access.digex.com (Chad Thomas)
Subject: HETEROGENEOUS DISTRIBUTED DATABASE R & D.  D.C. area.  Recruiter.
Followup-To: poster
Keywords: AI, HDDS, DHDBMS, heterogeneous databases, GIS, multidatabases, ODB
Reply-To: c.thomas@compmail.com
Organization: Thomas Search Consultants
Distribution: usa
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 1992 18:58:53 GMT


R&D group seeks candidates with advanced degree to define and participate
in research program in distributed heterogeneous database systems. 
Research funding is available to define and test approaches to providing
integrated access to DHDBMSs (legacy systems, relational ones, ODBs), text
management databases, and geographic information systems.  Washington, D.C.
area.
 
QUALIFICATIONS:
 
o    MS or PhD in Computer Science or related discipline.
 
o    Knowledge of research in Distributed Heterogeneous Database Management
     Systems (DHDBMS).  Ability to envision and articulate research
     objectives and plans.  Ability to bridge theory and practice.
 
o    Excellent verbal communication and writing skills.  Client
     communication skills critical.
 
o    Industrial and/or government experience related to understanding
     DHDBMS problems a considerable plus.
 
o    Artificial Intelligence background a plus.
 
o    Geographic Information System (GIS) background a plus.
 
o    U.S. Citizenship is required.  Candidates are generally expected to
     obtain some level of security clearance.
 
DUTIES:
 
o    Working with existing clients, develop and participate in program of
     experimental research within distributed heterogeneous database
     management systems.  Broad research issues include how heterogeneous
     information can be managed, accessed, and presented to users.
 
o    Coordinate with parallel internal DHDBMS efforts to cultivate research
     synergy.
 
This is an MTS-level position offering excellent opportunities for
long-term applied research and development in a growing area.  Stable,
supportive environment.  Start time is relatively flexible.
 
SUBMISSION PROCEDURES AND RECRUITER'S NOTES:
 
     Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and
     accompanying cover letter/note, either via regular mail or via e-mail
     (ASCII only please).  Kindly reference this misc.jobs.offered posting
     as "HDDS".  Please note that *direct* replies to this posting will
     be routed (via its REPLY-TO header) to a preferred account called
     c.thomas@compmail.com.
 
     All respondents will be given careful consideration.  However,
     depending upon the response volume, I regret that I cannot guarantee a
     personal reply to all respondents.
 
     Regrettably, the U.S. Citizenship requirement is inflexible.
 
     Regarding general inquiries: Please read the job requirements
     carefully.  Respondents who fit the broad requirements described for
     this position but lack key criteria are welcome to send a resume--via
     regular mail only please--for general consideration, but should expect
     no immediate reply.  Your resume will be keyed and filed and you will
     be contacted should alternative positions be or become available.
 
     CONTACT INFORMATION:
 
          Chad Thomas
          Thomas Search Consultants
          8409 Lake Crest Terrace
          Suite B
          Fairfax Station, VA  22039
 
          Phone: (703) 643-2226
          Fax:   (703) 643-0712
          E-mail: c.thomas@compmail.com
 
          Thomas Search Consultants (TSC) specializes in
          Human-Computer Interface, Artificial Intelligence, and
          related research and development positions, recruiting
          for a nationwide client base.  TSC is located in the
          greater Washington, D.C. metro area.