Glassdoor shared a report highlighting the top job openings in demand in light of the Coronavirus.
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One of the top job postings outside the medical field includes a company seeking a communications consultant who can write content about the outbreak.- Business Insider
After all, with all the media coverage, how we speak about the coronavirus is very important in addressing the outbreak and the worries/anxiety surrounding it.
"We don't know yet how the outbreak will evolve or how long these workers will be needed. Regardless, many of the jobs appearing involve portable skills. For example, crisis communication skills are becoming more and more useful in a wide variety of contexts, so it's important for businesses to build that muscle for the long term,"- Daniel Zhao, Glassdoor
While these roles are likely temporary or contract, they are extremely important for accurate coverage. Here's a short list of the top American jobs during COVID-19:
Registered Nurses | $71K
There's a spike in RN hires in an attempt to help with screening.
Data Specialists | $87K
Data is extremely important in monitoring the outbreak and the economic implications that come into play.
Researchers and Scientists | $71K
There are no surprises here. Scientists are needed to review lab data, and researchers are tasked with discovering information about the outbreak.
Communications Specialists | $60k
As stated above, communications specialists are being tasked with formally addressing the outbreak and easing the general public's anxiety.
These Essential American Jobs are Vital for Navigating COVID-19.
Note: All salaries listed are according to 2018 data.
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