Job Description
Shape tomorrow's technological landscape as Nexus Horizons' inaugural AI Futurist Strategist. Lead cross-disciplinary initiatives to develop transformative AI frameworks for 2026 and beyond. Collaborate with quantum computing researchers, neuroscientists, and sustainable tech pioneers to architect solutions for global challenges.
Join our Austin-based innovation hub where you'll pioneer predictive models for climate resilience, ethical AI governance protocols, and human-AI symbiosis systems. This role requires visionary thinking and the ability to translate complex concepts into actionable blueprints that will redefine industries.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026-focused AI roadmaps integrating quantum computing, biometric interfaces, and sustainable energy systems
- Lead workshops with C-suite executives to align AI strategy with ESG goals and market disruption forecasts
- Design ethical AI governance frameworks anticipating regulatory landscapes through 2030
- Partner with neurotech teams to create brain-computer interaction prototypes for healthcare applications
- Author thought leadership publications on AI's societal impact and workforce transformation
- Manage a $5M innovation budget for experimental AI projects with measurable ROI
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Cognitive Science, or Futurism with 5+ years AI research experience
- Proven track record developing strategic AI frameworks for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in predictive modeling, neural networks, and quantum algorithm design
- Published author in peer-reviewed journals on AI ethics or human-computer interaction
- Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow, and scenario planning tools like Gigerenzer's fast-and-frugal heuristics
- Certification in AI governance frameworks (e.g., IEEE Ethically Aligned Design)
- Experience leading cross-functional teams in agile development environments