Job Description
Join Nexus Frontier Labs as a 2026 Futurist Innovation Lead and architect the technological landscape of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary strategist to map emerging trends across AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology, transforming theoretical possibilities into market-ready innovations. You'll lead cross-functional teams to develop 3-year roadmaps for next-gen solutions while maintaining ethical foresight frameworks. This role requires blending technical acumen with creative disruption to position our company at the forefront of 2026's digital frontier.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technology trends (2024-2026 horizon) and translate insights into actionable innovation strategies
- Lead development of 'Future Labs' - incubation programs for prototyping 2026-viable technologies
- Collaborate with C-suite to align tech roadmaps with long-term business objectives
- Establish ethical governance frameworks for experimental AI and quantum applications
- Present disruption scenarios to stakeholders using data-driven futurist methodologies
- Maintain competitive intelligence through global tech ecosystem scanning
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech innovation strategy with 5+ years focused on future-trend forecasting
- Proven track record of launching technologies with 3-5 year market impact
- Expertise in at least two of: AI ethics, quantum computing, or synthetic biology
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Certification in Foresight Methodologies (e.g., CFIP) preferred
- Experience scaling innovation teams in high-growth tech environments