Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We seek a visionary AI Futurist to architect tomorrow's digital landscape and drive transformative innovation. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with market-ready solutions, positioning you at the nexus of artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt industry paradigms while shaping humanity's digital future.
Our culture thrives on audacious thinking and rapid prototyping. You'll lead cross-disciplinary initiatives in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab, where we incubate breakthroughs in generative AI, neural interfaces, and autonomous systems. Enjoy unparalleled R&D resources, flexible work arrangements, and equity in a unicorn-scale startup.
Responsibilities
- Architect 5-year AI roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients using predictive modeling and trend analysis
- Lead quantum-AI integration projects with 30+ research institutions globally
- Develop ethical frameworks for AGI deployment with UN policy advisory boards
- Launch industry-defining products in neuromorphic computing and synthetic biology
- Mentor PhD-level innovators in our Future Leaders Fellowship program
- Secure $50M+ in research grants through NSF and DARPA partnerships
- Present keynotes at Davos and TED Futures conferences
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Cognitive Science, or Futurology (or equivalent experience)
- 10+ years in AI/ML with published research in Nature/Science journals
- Expertise in quantum machine learning and generative adversarial networks
- Proven track record of scaling AI systems to 10M+ user deployments
- Deep knowledge of ISO/IEC 42071 AI governance standards
- Portfolio of 3+ industry-disrupting AI patents or products
- Fluency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum computing frameworks
- Experience advising C-suite executives on AI transformation