Administrative Staff Profile

Administrative Experience:

• Working as Assistant Librarian at Gujarat National Law University since April 18, 2022.
• Working as Deputy Librarian at Adani Institute of Infrastructure Engineering from November 18, 2021 to April 15, 2022.
• Working as Library Professional Trainee at the Indian Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar, from July 19, 2019 to December 03, 2020.

Teaching Experience:

• Assistant Professor at Dept. of Library and Information Science, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University, Ahmedabad, from December 04, 2020 - November 03, 2021.

• Assist in the collection development process, including selection, acquisition, accessioning, cataloging, classification, and physical processing of library materials in accordance with established policies and standards.
• Provide reference and information services by assisting users in locating books, journals, e-resources, and databases; support students, researchers, and faculty in research activities and resolving reference queries.
• Manage and maintain serials and periodicals, including subscription, renewal, accessioning, binding, and record-keeping; coordinate with vendors and publishers for timely procurement.
• Oversee circulation services such as issue, return, renewal, reservation, and fine management using KOHA Library Management Systems (LMS) or other automated tools.
• Maintain and update library databases, OPAC, and digital repositories; ensure proper indexing, metadata creation, and accessibility of electronic resources.
• Assist in stock verification, shelf rectification, weeding out obsolete materials, and maintaining accurate library records.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of digital library services, including institutional repositories, e-books, and online journals.
• Conduct user orientation and information literacy programs to educate students and staff on effective use of library resources and services.
• Ensure proper arrangement, shelving, and preservation of library materials, including binding, repair, and conservation activities.
• Prepare reports, statistics, and documentation related to library usage, acquisitions, and other administrative activities.
• Coordinate with faculty and departments for resource requirements, syllabus support, and recommendation of new materials.
• Assist in organizing library events, exhibitions, book displays, and awareness programs.
• Ensure adherence to library rules, policies, and standard operating procedures while maintaining a user-friendly environment.

Participation (Paper Presentation)

Conferences

• Presented a Paper titled “The role of Social Media tools in Academic Collaboration in Library and Information Science Education: Gujarat State” in International Conference on Digital Transformation: Education 4.0 and Beyond-Dynamics of Learning through Digital Pathway held on 3-4 November, 2023 organised by National Law University, Delhi.

Participation (Without Paper Presentation)

Conferences

• 3rd DLA-SRFLIS Summit 2019 on (Digital Age Strategies in Information Management for Sustainable Librarianship, April 19-20, 2019)
• ADINET Seminar 2019

Others

• Co-Chair the Technical session at the “Online Conference on Libraries, Education, and AI: Bridging the Gap between Knowledge and Technology” (OCLEA-2024) organised by Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Punjab in association with Association of Indian Law Libraries (AILL) on November 22, 2024.

Organized Training Programmes:

• Conducted a Three-day Advanced Training Programme of Nineteen hours on "Application / Importance of Information Communication Technologies in Libraries" from 27th to 29th January 2023 at GNLU Campus.

Participated Training Programmes:

2026:

• Half-day capacity-building training programme on Gender Sensitisation and the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 | 9th March, 2026

2025:

• Online Session on "AI Agents in Libraries: Transforming Services and Engagement" organized by Central Library, Poornima Institute of Engineering & Technology, Jaipur on February 4, 2025.
• Pre-Conference Workshops on “AI for Libraries: Building Applications for Search, Chatbots, and Archiving” and “AI-Powered Search in Libraries: A Crash Course on Understanding the Fundamentals for Library Professionals” held on September 24, 2025, as part of the 3rd International Conference on Changing Landscape of Science and Technology Libraries (CLSTL 2025) on “Enhancing Library Experiences with Artificial Intelligence (AI)” organized by Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar during September 25–27, 2025.
• Workshop on “Research Paper Writing and Concepts” organized by Research Foundation of India and jointly associated and sponsored by Council of Academic Research and Educational Organisation (RFI-CARE) during July 30–31, 2025.
• Online Webinar on “Selecting & Submitting to the Right Journal (India)” organized by Cambridge University Press held on June 18, 2025.
• Online Session on “Impactful Research: Methods to Measure and Expand Influence and Visibility” organized by Central Library, Poornima Institute of Engineering & Technology, Jaipur on October 11, 2025.

2024:

• One Day Workshop on “Doing Research using R” organized by Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Library, Galgotias University, on 06th July 2024.
• Online webinar on "Aligning Data Repository Services with Researcher and Institutional Needs" held on March 19, 2024.
• Clarivate Awareness and Engagement Program 2024 which is Scheduled on 26th  July 2024
• National level E-Quiz on National Education Policy 2020 organized by the Department of Library, St. Joseph Vaz Educational Society’s from 22nd July 2024 to 29th July 2024.
• National Workshop on Research Methodology and Ethics: Plagiarism Issues, Reference Management Tools and Altmetrics organized by INFLIBNET Centre from 7-9 Feb, 2024.
• Online Session on "Information Search and Reference Management Tools for Quality Research Writing" jointly organized by IQAC & Central Library Poornima Institute of Engineering & Technology, Jaipur on December 7, 2024.

2023:

• Online Session on Open Access: “Revamping Digital Resources” Organize by Central Library NDLI Club, Poornima Institute of Engineering & Technology, Jaipur held on May 01, 2023.
• Eight days online workshop on ‘Open Source Koha, DSpace, Vufind and SubjetsPlus’ organized by Gravitec Labs during September 1-8, 2023.
• Online Training on Koha-Admin organized by BestBook Buddies on 29th April 2023
• Online Training on Academic Integrity in the Era of Artificial Intelligence organized by Turnitin on August 3, 2023.

2022:

• Three Days National Workshop on Library Automation with KOHA and Data Migration Techniques (16-18 September 2022) organized by NIT Jalandhar
• Three Days Online National Workshop on Building Institutional Repository and Content Management Systems through DSpace and Joomla (28-30 December 2022) organized by Poornima Institute of Engineering & Technology, Jaipur
• DELNET Resources & Services (21 September 2022) organized by DELNET and Guru Kashi University, Bathinda
• Five Days Online Workshop on Basic Data Analysis using SPSS (26-30 December 2022) organized by LekSha Research Centre
• One Day National Webinar on “Understanding of Research Writing & Publishing” (30 June 2022) organized by Sushant University, Gurugram
• Research Data Management (02 August 2022) organized by Bennett University, The Times Group, and ACSF
• Online Workshop on NEP-2022: Digital Governance (25 June 2022) organized by UGC-HRDC, GU
• Online Workshop on NEP-2022: Educational Framework for Global Citizenship in Higher Education (24 June 2022) organized by UGC-HRDC, GU
• Online Workshop on NEP-2022: Multidisciplinary (23 June 2022) organized by UGC-HRDC, GU
• Online Workshop on NEP-2022: Good Academic Research Practices/Academic Research Integrity (20 June 2022) organized by UGC-HRDC, GU.

Certificate Courses:

• Refresher Emerging Trends & Technologies in Library & Information Services (ETTLIS) SWAYAM ARPIT Online Course Certification IIT Delhi / 12/2020 - 03/2021.
• Online Two-Week Refresher Course in Library Sciences (27 Aug to 10 Sep 2022) organized by TLC, Ramanujan College, University of Delhi
• NEP 2020 Orientation & Sensitization Programme under Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Programme (MM-TTP) of University Grants Commission (UGC) Organized by UGC - MMTTC, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad. From 15/01/2024 to 25/01/2024.
• 17th Faculty Induction Programme held during the period 20 June to 18 July, 2024, in online mode at UGC-Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Centre, Doctor Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar.
• NPTEL Online Course : Science Communication: Research Productivity and Data Analytics using Open Source Software, IIT Delhi, Jan-Apr 2025 (12 Week Course)

Areas of General Interest

• Library Services 
• Classification
• ICT

Current Research Interest

• Webometrics
• Scientometrics
• Library Management

Journal Articles:

• Patel, Antim and Vyas, Priyanki R. Dr., "Webpage Analysis of Open University Websites in India: A Webometric Study" (2021). Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal). 5801. https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/libphilprac/5801 
• Vyas, P., & Patel, A. (2021). An analysis of faculty profiles on IRINS of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University, Ahmedabad. Towards Excellence, 13(4). https://hrdc.gujaratuniversity.ac.in/Publication/Details?vid=30&iid=1048 
  

• Gold Medalist in BLIS

Other Accomplishments:

• National Eligibility Test - Junior Research Fellowship (NET-JRF), June 2019

• Father: Mr. Dinesh Patel
• Mother: Ms. Durga Patel
• Wife: Ms. Purnima Patel