Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Group at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Director to architect tomorrow's solutions today. In this pivotal role, you'll lead cross-functional teams in anticipating market shifts, developing breakthrough strategies, and driving adoption of next-gen technologies. Our Austin-based hub offers unparalleled resources to transform futuristic concepts into commercial reality.
As a key architect of our innovation roadmap, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, academic partners, and global startups to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities. This role demands a blend of strategic foresight, technical acumen, and executive leadership to position Nexus Horizon as the industry's 2026 innovation benchmark.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify emerging technologies and market trends through 2026
- Develop and execute innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term strategic objectives
- Manage cross-functional R&D teams prototyping next-gen solutions (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Present foresight insights to executive stakeholders and board members
- Build strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Oversee patent portfolios and intellectual property strategy
- Drive organizational culture of experimentation and calculated risk-taking
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation or futurism leadership roles
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies
- Advanced degree in Technology, Business, or Futures Studies
- Expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (AI, quantum, biotech, etc.)
- Exceptional strategic planning and scenario modeling capabilities
- Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills
- Experience leading global innovation teams and initiatives
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation strategy