Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation ecosystem. As our 2026 Innovation Strategist, you'll architect the future of emerging technologies across quantum computing, biotech convergence, and AI ethics. This pivotal role requires a visionary thinker who can translate foresight into actionable strategies for Fortune 500 clients. Work in our state-of-the-art Austin hub alongside Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to shape the decade's most transformative breakthroughs.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps for enterprise clients in quantum computing and synthetic biology
- Lead cross-functional sprints with R&D teams to prototype next-gen AI systems
- Analyze patent landscapes and emerging regulatory frameworks for tech commercialization
- Present strategic briefings to C-suite executives on future market disruptions
- Coordinate with academic institutions on collaborative R&D initiatives
- Design ethical frameworks for autonomous systems and neural interfaces
- Produce quarterly trend reports on nanotechnology and climate tech innovations
Qualifications
- PhD or equivalent in Futuristics, Systems Engineering, or Computational Biology
- 5+ years experience in emerging tech strategy at Fortune 100 companies
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools (e.g., STEEP analysis, Delphi method)
- Published research in Nature/Science on technology forecasting methodologies
- Deep expertise in quantum computing architectures or synthetic biology pipelines
- Security clearance (TS/SCI) or willingness to obtain
- Fluency in Python for data modeling and trend analysis
- Track record of launching $50M+ tech initiatives