Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's technological frontier. We're seeking a visionary AI Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap, transforming cutting-edge research into market-defining solutions. In this pivotal role, you'll bridge the gap between emerging AI breakthroughs and commercial viability, shaping products that will define the next decade.
This hybrid position demands equal parts technical acumen and strategic foresight. You'll collaborate with quantum computing researchers, neuroscientists, and industry disruptors to identify convergence opportunities. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, where your insights directly influence $100M+ product portfolios.
Responsibilities
- Architect 2026 AI strategy by mapping emerging tech trends (quantum AI, neuromorphic computing, AGI precursors)
- Lead cross-disciplinary innovation sprints with MIT Media Lab, NASA JPL, and DeepMind collaborators
- Develop commercialization frameworks for breakthrough technologies with <2-year market entry timelines
- Present strategic foresight to C-suite and board members using scenario modeling and impact analysis
- Build patent pipelines for AI-adjacent innovations in biotech, climate modeling, and space exploration
- Mentor next-gen futurists through our 'Horizon 2026' fellowship program
Qualifications
- PhD in AI, Systems Theory, or Cognitive Science with 7+ years in applied research
- Published work in Nature/Science on quantum machine learning or AGI alignment
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging tech (3+ $50M+ exits)
- Expertise in regulatory frameworks (EU AI Act, US AI Bill of Rights) and ethical AI deployment
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (Delphi, Horizon Scanning) and strategic modeling tools
- Network of 50+ domain experts across academia and Fortune 100 R&D labs
- Fluency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum computing frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)