Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations as an AI Futurist and architect the technological landscape of 2026. We seek a visionary strategist to bridge cutting-edge artificial intelligence with emerging market demands, shaping products that will define the next decade. This hybrid role combines technical foresight with business acumen, requiring you to anticipate societal shifts and translate them into actionable innovation roadmaps.
As a key member of our Future Labs division, you'll collaborate with quantum computing researchers, neuroscientists, and sustainable tech pioneers to develop predictive models for 2026's disruptive technologies. The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of ethics and innovation, ensuring our AI frameworks advance humanity while mitigating existential risks.
Responsibilities
- Develop 3-year strategic roadmaps for AI integration into emerging markets (healthcare, climate, space exploration)
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify 2026 technology inflection points
- Conduct horizon scanning for quantum-AI convergence and neuromorphic computing breakthroughs
- Design ethical frameworks for autonomous systems in regulated industries
- Author predictive white papers on AI's societal impact by 2026
- Mentor junior researchers in future-proofing methodologies
- Partner with policy teams to shape regulatory blueprints for next-gen AI
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Cognitive Science, or related field with 5+ years AI research experience
- Published work on AI ethics or emerging technology forecasting (2020-2023)
- Proficiency in predictive modeling frameworks (Bayesian networks, system dynamics)
- Demonstrated experience with quantum computing APIs or neuromorphic hardware
- Deep understanding of ISO/IEC 42071 AI governance standards
- Portfolio of 3+ technology roadmaps implemented in Fortune 500 companies
- Fluency in at least one AI programming language (Python, Julia, R) and simulation tools
- Certification in Future Studies or Technology Foresight (e.g., WFS, APF)