Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality today as Nexus Horizons seeks a visionary Senior Futurist & Innovation Lead to architect our 2026 technology roadmap. This pivotal role bridges emerging sciences with market-ready solutions, driving our next-generation product ecosystem. Join our elite team of quantum computing, AI ethics, and biotech pioneers to transform theoretical possibilities into commercial breakthroughs.
We offer unparalleled resources, cutting-edge R&D facilities, and a culture where your audacious ideas become industry standards. If you thrive at the intersection of science fiction and scientific fact, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Architect strategic 5-year innovation roadmaps integrating quantum computing, synthetic biology, and AGI frameworks
- Lead cross-disciplinary research teams in developing patentable technologies for 2026 market readiness
- Partner with Fortune 500 clients to identify and solve existential business challenges through emerging tech
- Present findings to C-suite executives and government innovation councils
- Secure $10M+ in R&D funding through grant writing and venture partnerships
- Author white papers that define industry standards for next-gen ethical AI deployment
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Computational Biology, or equivalent field with 5+ years applied research
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies (3+ successful launches)
- Expertise in systems thinking and scenario planning for complex socio-technological transitions
- Deep knowledge of regulatory landscapes for AI, synthetic biology, and space tech
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to diverse stakeholders
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Experience securing federal SBIR/STTR grants or equivalent funding mechanisms