Non-traditional Library roles Amy Finnegan – Assistant Information Specialist, Guidance
Career MA in library & information management from MMU in 2012 Assistant Information Specialist at NICE Co-founder of NLPN (new library professional network) Worked in 3 different library sectors Volunteered in 3 different library sectors
NICE – National Institute for Care and Health Excellence Responsible for providing national guidance and advice on quality health, public health and social care. NICE manages NICE Evidence Search (NHS Evidence search)
The role of the AIS Document supply Systematic/ Literature searches Information Skills training Project work
5 top tips Be realistic Be passionate about a topic Identify areas you want to improve Network Get involved
New Library Professional Network: @ManchesterNLPN