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Rinzin Dorji

@rinzindorji

I’m a Research Associate in Organic Agriculture, turning socio-economic field data into ethical, actionable insights with R.

Bhutan

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for field-to-insights roles where I can lead socio-economic research, manage digital survey data quality, and deliver clear, ethical policy-ready analysis using R—preferably in sustainable agriculture and development, with opportunities to travel and grow.

I’m a dedicated Research Associate and Organic Agriculture graduate with a proven track record in socio-economic surveying, statistical modeling, and high-stakes communication. I’ve led research initiatives and consultancy projects focused on market analysis and socio-economic data interpretation, and I’ve built digital data integrity and quality control for national policy needs.

I’m especially proud of being hand-picked to present strategic implementation strategies during an audience with His Majesty the King, where I had to distill complex information into actionable insights under pressure. From household surveys and key informant interviews to qualitative community engagement, I combine rigorous fieldwork with clear technical writing, policy briefs, and technology-driven methods like R/RStudio, ODK, and KoboToolbox to support sustainable development.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Research Associate

Current

Nyingnor

Mar 2026 - Present (2 months)

Led research initiatives and consultancy projects focused on market analysis and socio-economic data interpretation. Drafted professional documentation and coordinated multi-stakeholder engagement strategies.

Socio Economic Surveying Market Analysis Statistical Modeling MS Excel Digital Data Collection (ODK KoboToolbox)Stakeholder Management Technical Writing Data Quality Assurance

Field Enumerator

ICIMOD

Apr 2025 - Jul 2025 (3 months)

Executed socio-economic baseline surveys for 100+ rural households on decentralized lift irrigation systems. Managed digital data integrity and quality control to support high-priority national policy initiatives.

Household Surveys Key Informant Interviews Digital Data Collection (ODK KoboToolbox)Data Quality Control Community Engagement Multilingual Communication

Undergraduate Thesis Researcher

College of Natural Resources (CNR)

Sep 2023 - May 2024 (8 months)

Researched sustainable bioplastic development using potato peel waste, improving water resistance of biocomposite films by 40%. Analyzed biodegradation and material performance in R and defended findings to a Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock panel.

Biodegradation Analysis Water Resistance Testing Research Methodology Biostatistics Thesis Defense

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Tashitse Higher Secondary School

Bachelor of Organic Agriculture , Organic Agriculture

2021 - 2025

Grade: 2.3

Activities and societies: Undergraduate thesis on bioplastic from potato peel waste using R for biostatistics; defended to MoAL panel. Completed Biostatistics, Research Methodology, Extension, and Rural Development with field practicums and household surveys. Supported graduation logistics and peer activities as a student volunteer.

Bachelor’s in Organic Agriculture with a focus on sustainable farming systems, rural development, and research methodology. Gained hands-on experience in household surveys, agricultural extension, and biostatistics using R, culminating in a thesis on bioplastic development from potato peel waste.

College of Natural Resources (CNR), Royal University of Bhutan

Bachelor of Science, Organic Agriculture

2020 - 2024

Activities and societies: Key coursework: Research Methodology, Biostatistics, Agricultural Extension, Rural Development.

Earned a B.Sc. in Organic Agriculture at the College of Natural Resources (CNR), Royal University of Bhutan, with training in research methods and agricultural extension. Coursework included biostatistics and rural development.