A strong foundation on theoretical quantum computing algorithms as well as the physics underpinnings of quantum computing. Deep understanding of fundamental quantum computing concepts such as quantum phase estimation, Hamiltonian simulation, variational quantum algorithms, and noisy intermediate-scale quantum computing (NISQ). Extensive experience in conducting independent research in quantum information, exploring new quantum algorithms, and improving existing algorithms to obtain more resource-efficient simulations on near-term quantum computing platforms. Proficiency with quantum software libraries, such as Qiskit, Cirq, and Pennylane. Strong understanding of gate-based quantum computing. Performed original research in quantum computing and quantum information science with over 35 peer-reviewed published papers in high-impact journals such as Quantum Information and Computation, Nuclear Physics B, Physical Review D, and Physical Review A.