Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Innovations as we architect the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and shape our innovation roadmap for the next quantum leap in human-machine collaboration. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to position us at the forefront of the next technological revolution.
Our San Francisco-based team operates at the intersection of AI ethics, quantum computing, and biotechnology. You'll lead cross-functional initiatives to anticipate paradigm shifts, identify disruptive opportunities, and develop actionable strategies that will define the decade ahead. This is your chance to influence the trajectory of technology while working alongside Nobel laureates and Turing Award winners.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify emerging technologies with transformative potential by 2026
- Develop scenario-based frameworks for quantum-AI convergence and its societal implications
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prioritize breakthrough projects in neuromorphic computing
- Present strategic insights to C-suite executives and board members with data-driven narratives
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and national labs for future-focused research
- Author thought leadership publications on the ethical evolution of autonomous systems
- Mentor junior futurists while building a robust innovation pipeline
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation management, or emerging technology analysis
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Physics, Cognitive Science, or related field
- Proven track record of anticipating tech disruption (e.g., blockchain, generative AI)
- Deep expertise in quantum computing, neurotechnology, or synthetic biology domains
- Exceptional data visualization and complex system modeling capabilities
- Published research in peer-reviewed journals or industry white papers
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from foresight organizations) preferred
- Experience with scenario planning tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis, Delphi Method)