Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons at the forefront of tomorrow's disruption. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect the future of sustainable technology. This role bridges cutting-edge research with market-ready solutions, driving exponential growth in renewable energy, AI ethics, and quantum computing. You'll lead cross-functional teams to prototype breakthrough concepts while navigating regulatory landscapes and emerging market shifts.
What you'll achieve:
- Shape 2026's tech ecosystem through predictive modeling and scenario planning
- Collaborate with MIT and Stanford R&D labs on next-gen sustainability frameworks
- Drive $50M+ portfolio expansion into emerging climate-tech verticals
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year innovation roadmaps for carbon-neutral infrastructure
- Lead AI ethics audits for autonomous systems deployed in 2026
- Quantum computing feasibility studies for logistics optimization
- Partner with UN Global Compact on ESG tech standards
- Curate annual 'FutureTech' summit featuring NASA and Tesla thought leaders
- Manage $10M seed fund for climate-tech startups
- Author white papers on 2026 workforce automation trends
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech strategy with portfolio in climate/AI/quantum
- Published thought leadership on 2025+ societal impact
- Expertise in regulatory frameworks for emerging tech (FDA, FCC, EU AI Act)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or MBA with specialization
- Fluency in scenario planning tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis)
- Proven track record scaling ventures from concept to $100M+ valuation
- Deep network with DARPA, Breakthrough Energy Coalition, and World Economic Forum