Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs as a 2026 Vision Strategist to architect tomorrow's solutions today. We're seeking a forward-thinking innovator to bridge emerging technologies with human-centric design. In this pivotal role, you'll lead cross-disciplinary teams to prototype and validate disruptive concepts that will redefine industries by 2026. Our Austin-based hub offers unparalleled resources to explore AI ethics, biotech integration, and sustainable infrastructure. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight and execution, this is your chance to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead agile sprints prototyping next-gen solutions (AR/VR, quantum interfaces)
- Collaborate with MIT, Stanford, and ETH Zurich on research initiatives
- Present strategic blueprints to C-suite executives and venture partners
- Mentor emerging talent in futures thinking methodologies
- Secure $5M+ in innovation grants and partnerships
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning with 5+ in emerging tech
- Published research in exponential technologies (AI, synthetic biology)
- Proven track record scaling ventures from concept to market
- Expertise in scenario planning and systems thinking
- PhD or equivalent in Futures Studies, Engineering, or Business
- Portfolio demonstrating 2020-2025 technology predictions