Job Description
Join Nexus Futures at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect our next-generation technological roadmap. This pivotal role bridges emerging technologies with market readiness, ensuring our solutions anticipate societal shifts while maintaining competitive advantage. You'll collaborate with quantum computing pioneers, biotech innovators, and AI ethics experts to shape products that define the post-2025 era. Our Austin hub offers unparalleled access to tech talent, venture capital, and policy influencers driving the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
We provide comprehensive benefits including equity, wellness stipends, and dedicated innovation sabbaticals. This isn't just a job—it's your chance to engineer the future. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight and execution, apply now to lead our charge toward 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Develop 3-5 year technological roadmaps aligned with 2026 societal and market forecasts
- Conduct horizon scanning across quantum computing, synthetic biology, and neurotech domains
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype solutions addressing 2026 human needs
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with design, engineering, and policy stakeholders
- Produce trend briefings for executive leadership and investor communities
- Establish KPIs measuring innovation readiness against 2026 benchmarks
- Manage $2M annual innovation fund for experimental projects
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Innovation, or related field
- 5+ years experience in strategic foresight or corporate innovation roles
- Portfolio demonstrating published future scenarios or technology roadmaps
- Expertise in emerging tech: quantum applications, AGI governance, or bio-integration
- Certification in Futures methodologies (e.g., Horizon Scanning, Delphi Studies)
- Experience with venture capital or policy analysis in tech ecosystems
- Proven ability to translate foresight into actionable business strategy
- Proficient in trend visualization tools (e.g., Trendalyzer, Futurist Platform)