Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we architect the 2026 digital landscape. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist to spearhead our flagship initiative, transforming tomorrow's possibilities into today's breakthroughs. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to shape emerging technologies, influence global innovation agendas, and lead cross-disciplinary teams in redefining human-machine interaction paradigms.
Positioned at our state-of-the-art San Francisco campus, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, AI pioneers, and quantum computing experts while enjoying comprehensive benefits including equity, wellness stipends, and flexible remote work options. Our dynamic environment encourages intellectual curiosity and celebrates disruptive thinking.
Responsibilities
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks for 2026 technological convergence across AI, biotech, and quantum computing domains
- Lead scenario-planning initiatives identifying disruptive innovations and market inflection points
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions, government agencies, and Fortune 500 R&D divisions
- Produce thought leadership publications and keynote presentations at global tech summits
- Mentor emerging futurists while building the organization's next-generation talent pipeline
- Direct cross-functional teams executing prototype development for 2026-use-case scenarios
- Secure $5M+ annual research funding through government grants and corporate partnerships
Qualifications
- PhD or equivalent terminal degree in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or related quantitative/qualitative field
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging technology research
- Published portfolio demonstrating predictive accuracy in technology trend analysis
- Expertise in horizon scanning, Delphi methodology, and computational forecasting models
- Proven track record securing $3M+ in research funding or venture capital
- Proficiency in Python, R, or TensorFlow for trend modeling and simulation
- Security clearance eligibility for government-contract classified research projects