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Geoff Spencer, Public Relations Specialist, Public Affairs Specialist, Communications and Public Liaison Branch, National Human Genome Research Institute, National Institutes of Health
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Geoff Spencer

"My typical workday is never really typical, which is great. ...One minute you may be trying to set up an interview for a reporter from the New York Times who is on a tight deadline, while simultaneously having to manage logistics for an exhibit at a scientific meeting, or setting up a major press conference downtown."

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Public relations specialists—also referred to as communications specialists and media specialists, among other titles—serve as advocates for businesses, nonprofit associations, universities, hospitals, and other organizations, and build and maintain positive relationships with the public.

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Bachelor's Degree

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