Alberto Torrez
About Alberto Torrez
Alberto Torrez is a Genomics Technician at Canopy Growth Corporation, where he specializes in DNA extraction, qPCR, and SNP genotyping methods. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Genetics and Biochemistry and a Master of Science in Cell and Molecular Biology from Western University.
Current Role at Canopy Growth Corporation
Alberto Torrez serves as a Genomics Technician at Canopy Growth Corporation since 2020. In this role, he focuses on the development, optimization, and validation of DNA extraction, quantitative PCR (qPCR), and single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) genotyping methods. His responsibilities include designing PCR/qPCR assays for SNP genotyping and gene expression profiling. Additionally, he operates next-generation sequencers, specifically the Illumina MiSeq, for various sequencing applications, including whole-genome sequencing, targeted sequencing, and RNA sequencing.
Previous Experience at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Prior to his current position, Alberto Torrez worked as a Graduate Student at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada from 2016 to 2019. During this three-year tenure, he gained valuable experience in research and development within the agricultural sector, contributing to projects that aligned with his academic background in genetics and biochemistry.
Teaching Experience at Western University
Alberto Torrez has held multiple teaching assistant positions at Western University. He worked as an Introductory Biology Laboratory Teaching Assistant from 2016 to 2017 for seven months and later as a Genetics Teaching Assistant from 2018 to 2019 for one year. These roles allowed him to support undergraduate students in their learning and practical applications of biological sciences.
Educational Background in Genetics and Biochemistry
Alberto Torrez completed his Bachelor of Science with an Honors Specialization in Genetics and Biochemistry at Western University from 2010 to 2015. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Cell and Molecular Biology from the same institution, studying from 2016 to 2019. His academic training has provided him with a strong foundation in the principles of genetics and biochemistry, which he applies in his professional roles.
Long-Term Role as Deck Supervisor
Before his academic and scientific career, Alberto Torrez worked as a Deck Supervisor for the City of London, Canada, from 2011 to 2020. Over this nine-year period, he developed skills in leadership and management, overseeing operations and ensuring the smooth functioning of various projects.