Job Description
Join Nexus Futuristics as we redefine tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Innovation Director to lead our charge into emerging frontiers. This role demands a blend of futurist thinking and operational excellence to transform conceptual frameworks into market-ready innovations.
You'll spearhead cross-functional initiatives spanning quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech ecosystems. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, navigates complex stakeholder landscapes, and has a proven track record of scaling breakthrough technologies.
Responsibilities
- Architect and execute 5-year innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 market projections
- Lead R&D initiatives in next-gen computing, biotech convergence, and decentralized systems
- Drive strategic partnerships with academic institutions and quantum research labs
- Develop governance frameworks for ethical AI deployment and autonomous systems
- Secure and manage $20M+ innovation budgets across 3-5 concurrent projects
- Mentor cross-disciplinary teams in agile methodologies and rapid prototyping
Qualifications
- 15+ years in tech innovation with 5+ at director/VP level
- Proven experience scaling quantum/AI initiatives from concept to commercialization
- Published research in IEEE Nature or equivalent tier journals (2018-2023)
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (synthetic biology, neuromorphic computing)
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., WFS, Foresight Practitioner)
- Track record securing federal/state innovation grants ($5M+ value)