Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we prepare for the transformative landscape of 2026. We seek a visionary AI Futurist to architect tomorrow's innovations today. In this pivotal role, you'll bridge cutting-edge AI capabilities with human-centric design to solve complex global challenges. Our Austin-based incubator offers unparalleled resources to prototype, test, and scale solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. This is your opportunity to shape the future while working alongside Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in a culture that celebrates audacious thinking.
Responsibilities
- Develop 3-5 year strategic roadmaps for AI-driven product ecosystems targeting 2026 market readiness
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen human-AI collaboration systems
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging technologies with disruptive potential
- Translate complex technical concepts into actionable business strategies for C-suite executives
- Establish ethical frameworks for autonomous systems and generative AI deployments
- Forge strategic partnerships with academic institutions and government innovation labs
- Author thought leadership publications on the socio-technical implications of 2026 technology trends
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Cognitive Science, or related field with 8+ years AI research experience
- Proven track record of deploying production-scale ML systems at FAANG or equivalent tier
- Deep expertise in generative AI, neuromorphic computing, and quantum machine learning
- Portfolio demonstrating 2026-focused technology roadmaps or future scenario planning
- Published research in top-tier journals (Nature, Science, NeurIPS) on AI ethics or human-AI interaction
- Experience securing federal grants for frontier technology R&D (DARPA, NSF)
- Proficiency in future forecasting methodologies (Delphi, Horizon Scanning)
- Exceptional communication skills for translating technical concepts to diverse stakeholders