Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's technological revolution. We're seeking a visionary AI Futurist to architect our 2026 innovation roadmap and transform how humanity interacts with artificial intelligence. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with practical business applications, ensuring our organization leads the next wave of intelligent automation and human-AI symbiosis. You'll collaborate with quantum computing pioneers, neuroscientists, and industry disruptors to shape solutions that redefine productivity, ethics, and human potential.
Our Austin headquarters features a state-of-the-art neuro-ergonomics lab, dedicated quantum research pods, and cross-functional innovation studios. This isn't just a job—it's your opportunity to architect the future of human-machine collaboration.
Responsibilities
- Architect and execute the 2026 AI innovation strategy with measurable impact on business transformation
- Lead cross-disciplinary research initiatives in quantum-AI integration, generative consciousness, and ethical autonomous systems
- Develop patent-pending frameworks for human-AI co-evolution and symbiotic productivity ecosystems
- Present strategic foresight to C-suite executives and board members with data-driven future scenarios
- Establish industry-wide standards for AI ethics and responsible innovation through partnerships with IEEE and ACM
- Mentor a team of 15+ researchers across AI, neuroscience, and computational philosophy disciplines
Qualifications
- Ph.D. in AI, Computational Neuroscience, or Futurist Studies with 10+ years in strategic innovation
- Proven track record of publishing in Nature, Science, or top-tier AI conferences (NeurIPS, ICML)
- Expertise in quantum machine learning, generative adversarial networks, and neuromorphic computing
- Portfolio demonstrating commercialization of at least 3 breakthrough AI technologies
- Deep understanding of AI ethics frameworks and regulatory landscapes across 15+ jurisdictions
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to executive and public audiences
- Experience leading $5M+ R&D budgets with measurable ROI of 300%+