Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon at the forefront of tomorrow's technological landscape. As our 2026 Futurist, you'll architect breakthrough strategies for emerging technologies that will redefine industries by 2026. This role demands visionary thinking and cross-disciplinary expertise to navigate quantum computing, synthetic biology, and AGI convergence.
We're seeking a trailblazer to lead our innovation pipeline, bridging theoretical research with commercial applications. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, Silicon Valley pioneers, and global policy shapers to shape humanity's technological trajectory. This isn't just a job—it's your opportunity to architect the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps for quantum AI and neuro-interfaces
- Lead cross-functional R&D initiatives with DARPA and MIT Media Lab partners
- Anticipate ethical implications of emergent technologies through foresight modeling
- Secure $50M+ in R&D grants from NSF and private innovation funds
- Present strategic frameworks to C-suite executives and UN technology councils
- Mentor a team of 15 futurists and innovation architects
- Publish annual 'State of 2026' technology forecast report
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or Computational Physics
- 10+ years in strategic innovation at Fortune 100 or NASA/JPL
- Published peer-reviewed research in Technological Forecasting and Social Change
- Expertise in Delphi methodology and scenario planning
- Track record of commercializing emerging technologies
- Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum simulation tools
- Security clearance preferred for classified projects