Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect our roadmap for the next frontier of technological and societal transformation. This role blends cutting-edge foresight with actionable strategy, positioning you at the intersection of AI, biotechnology, and sustainable futures.
In our dynamic San Francisco hub, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, Silicon Valley pioneers, and UN-affiliated think tanks to develop frameworks that will shape the 2026 global landscape. We offer unparalleled resources, including quantum computing access and a $2B innovation fund.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026 technology roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients in AI, climate tech, and biotechnology
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for C-suite executives on emerging societal shifts
- Author white papers on disruptive technologies impacting 2026 global markets
- Manage cross-functional teams of futurists, data scientists, and design thinkers
- Establish KPIs for measuring innovation adoption and societal impact
- Forge strategic partnerships with MIT Media Lab, World Economic Forum, and NASA
- Present findings at Davos and UN Innovation Summits
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Policy, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years experience in strategic foresight or innovation consulting
- Published research on AI ethics or climate tech adoption
- Proficiency in horizon scanning tools and scenario modeling software
- Deep understanding of quantum computing and synthetic biology trends
- Experience advising Fortune 500 boards on long-term transformation
- Portfolio demonstrating 2025+ impact forecasts
- Fluency in at least two UN languages