Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. As a 2026 Futurist, you'll architect the next generation of human-technology symbiosis. We seek a visionary to decode emerging trends, pioneer breakthrough methodologies, and steer our R&D toward the technological inflection points of 2026 and beyond. This role merges deep technical acumen with strategic foresight, requiring you to anticipate paradigm shifts before they reshape industries.
Our team operates at the intersection of quantum computing, neuro-interfaces, and climate-tech acceleration. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, AI ethics councils, and government innovation labs to shape frameworks for responsible technological adoption. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, harnesses data-driven intuition, and possesses the charisma to influence global tech policy.
Responsibilities
- Develop and publish annual '2026 Technology Horizon Reports' identifying critical inflection points across AI, biotech, and energy sectors
- Lead cross-functional 'Future Scenario' workshops with C-suite executives and government partners
- Design ethical frameworks for autonomous systems and human augmentation technologies
- Establish KPIs for measuring technological readiness against 2026 milestones
- Represent Nexus Horizons at global summits (Davos, World Economic Forum) on future-tech governance
- Mentor a team of futurist researchers through predictive modeling and trend analysis
- Forge strategic partnerships with academic institutions and national innovation labs
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy, R&D leadership, or futurist consulting
- Published work in peer-reviewed journals on emerging tech ethics or forecasting
- Expertise in scenario planning, Delphi methodology, and horizon scanning techniques
- Deep understanding of quantum computing, synthetic biology, or climate-tech convergence
- Proven track record advising Fortune 500 companies on 5-10 year tech roadmaps
- PhD or equivalent in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or relevant technical field
- Security clearance or willingness to obtain for government collaboration projects