Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect 2026's technological landscape. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy, driving innovation for Fortune 500 clients across AI, biotech, and sustainable energy.
Why Nexus Horizons? Our Austin-based innovation lab operates at the intersection of neuroscience and AI, offering unparalleled resources to shape the future. Collaborate with Nobel laureates, pioneer quantum-resistant systems, and influence global policy frameworks.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies through 2026
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for C-suite executives in Fortune 500 companies
- Architect ethical AI governance protocols for next-gen autonomous systems
- Produce foresight white papers published in Nature Futures and MIT Technology Review
- Manage cross-functional teams of data scientists and behavioral economists
- Present strategic roadmaps at Davos-level global forums
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or Quantitative Sociology from Tier 1 institution
- 10+ years in strategic foresight with 5+ years in Fortune 500 consulting
- Published peer-reviewed research on technological singularity mitigation
- Expertise in causal AI, quantum computing, and neuro-interfaces
- Security clearance (Top Secret/SCI) or ability to obtain
- Fluency in Mandarin and Arabic for international stakeholder engagement