Darren Torres

REGISTERED AGRICULTURIST

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London (Sunningdale / West Masonville / Medway / NE Hyde Park / East Fox Hollow)Member since September 3, 2026

Microsoft ToolsComputer literate (Linux AND Windows)Jamovi™ and other Statistical ToolsComputer language and coding using PythonWet Laboratory TechniquesMolecular TechniquesPlant Tissue CultureMicrobial TechniquesGood and Safe Laboratory PracticesMolecular Makers and MappingBioinformaticsTechnical and creative writingCritical thinking and problem-solvingFast learner and adaptableSelf-motivated and goal-drivenAbility to Work Under PressureCreative and ResourcefulCommunication and Leadership

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Microsoft ToolsComputer literate (Linux AND Windows)Jamovi™ and other Statistical ToolsComputer language and coding using PythonWet Laboratory Techniques

About

A newly licensed Agriculturist with a BSc in Agricultural Biotechnology major in Food Biotechnology, experienced in dry and wet molecular lab techniques, on-field experiments, and microbial systematics. I am dedicated to applying scientific rigor and innovation to enhance food systems, drive sustainable biotechnological solutions, and support agricultural productivity and community development.

Experience

Agriculturist I - Job Order at Provincial Government of Bataan (2026-04 – Present)

As a Technical Assistant on Corn and Cassava Program with key responsibilities in Corn and Cassava Program involves monitoring of key data in production, providing technical and socio-economic advice and government interventions to local farmers, and implements programs and projects mandated by the local, provincial, regional, and national government.

As Farm

Supervisor on SMART Greenhouse Facility with key responsibilities in SMART Greenhouse revolved around record keeping, monitoring and assessment of crops, and operation equipments.

Journal Editorial Assistant/Office Secretary - Contract of Service at University of the Philippines - Los Baños (2025-06 – 2025-07)

As an Office Secretary, provided administrative oversight and technical assistance in the preparation, organization, and processing of required documents asked by the employer. As an Journal Editorial Assistant, assisted in the editorial processing of nine (9) research manuscripts, including scientific paraphrasing and rewording, consolidation and integration of research papers, review of statistical analyses, and verification of proper formatting and compliance with publication requirements to ensure overall readiness for submission and publication.

Intern at International Rice Research Institute (2025-01 – 2025-03)

Gained hands-on experience in plant protein isolation, in-vitro digestion assays, analytical testing of food samples, bioinformatics analysis, product innovation, and sensory evaluation, while working closely with diverse stakeholders to support research, product development, data interpretation, and quality assessment. Collaborated with stakeholders in designing and conducting laboratory activities, evaluating research outcomes, developing innovative food products, and gathering sensory feedback to ensure that outputs were scientifically sound, relevant, and responsive to stakeholder needs.