Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations as a 2026 Technology Futurist to architect tomorrow's digital landscape. We're seeking a visionary strategist to map emerging tech trajectories, identify disruptive innovations, and guide our R&D roadmap through 2026 and beyond. This role sits at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence.
As our resident futurist, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to transform foresight into actionable strategy, ensuring Nexus maintains first-mover advantage in the next technological revolution. Your insights will directly shape our product portfolio, investment priorities, and market positioning.
Responsibilities
- Develop 3-5 year technology roadmaps for AI, quantum, and biotech convergence
- Analyze emerging tech patents, academic research, and venture capital trends
- Lead scenario planning workshops for 2026 market disruption scenarios
- Present strategic foresight reports to executive board and investors
- Identify partnership opportunities with research labs and startups
- Mentor cross-functional teams on future technology implications
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation management
- Expertise in forecasting methodologies (Delphi, Horizon Scanning)
- Proven track record translating foresight into commercial strategy
- PhD or Master's in Technology Forecasting, Futures Studies, or related field
- Published research on emerging tech impacts (2020-2025)
- Experience with patent analysis and venture capital trends
- Exceptional storytelling skills for executive audiences