Job Description
Join InnovateNext's elite AI division as we architect tomorrow's reality today. As an AI Futurist, you'll spearhead groundbreaking initiatives that will define the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary strategist to bridge cutting-edge AI research with market-ready solutions, transforming how businesses and societies interact with intelligent systems.
In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, Fortune 500 C-suite executives, and government think tanks to develop predictive frameworks for AI's evolution. Our headquarters in San Francisco offers unparalleled access to Silicon Valley's innovation ecosystem, with state-of-the-art labs and flexible hybrid work arrangements.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 AI roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients across healthcare, finance, and manufacturing sectors
- Lead cross-functional teams in building generative AI prototypes with 10x industry efficiency benchmarks
- Author white papers on quantum-AI convergence and ethical governance frameworks
- Present at Davos-style summits on 'Human-AI Symbiosis in Post-2025 Economies'
- Design predictive analytics models forecasting AI's societal impact through 2030
- Mentor PhD candidates in our 'Future Intelligence' fellowship program
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Cognitive Science, or related field with 8+ years AI research experience
- Published work in Nature/Science on transformative AI applications
- Expertise in neural architecture optimization and quantum machine learning
- Proven track record advising governments on AI policy (OECD, UN, or equivalent)
- Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow, and emerging AI frameworks (e.g., GPT-5, Claude 3)
- Deep understanding of ethical AI frameworks (EU AI Act, NIST RMF)
- Experience with large-scale AI deployment in regulated industries