Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations as we architect the future. We seek a visionary Lead Futurist to shape our innovation roadmap toward 2026 and beyond. You'll spearhead strategic foresight initiatives, emerging technology integration, and next-gen market disruption. This pivotal role combines deep technical acumen with visionary leadership to transform cutting-edge concepts into tangible business advantages.
Our San Francisco hub thrives at the intersection of quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable innovation. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, industry disruptors, and government agencies to define what's next. This isn't just a job—it's your chance to influence humanity's trajectory.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 innovation roadmap integrating quantum computing, AI, and biotechnology
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions with 5+ year market impact
- Establish strategic partnerships with global research institutions and tech pioneers
- Present foresight frameworks to C-suite and board members using data-driven scenarios
- Drive sustainability initiatives aligning with UN 2030 goals and net-zero targets
- Mentor futurist talent and build organizational foresight capabilities
Qualifications
- 15+ years in innovation strategy, R&D leadership, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record launching technologies with 5+ year market disruption
- Advanced degree in Futurology, Systems Engineering, or equivalent field
- Expertise in scenario planning, technology forecasting, and horizon scanning
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications
- Certification in Foresight Methodologies (e.g., MFML, AC/DC)
- Fluency in emerging tech frameworks (Web3, AGI, quantum cryptography)