Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's breakthroughs. We're seeking an Innovation Lead to architect the future landscape of technology and human interaction by 2026. This pivotal role blends strategic foresight with hands-on execution to transform visionary concepts into market-defining realities. You'll collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to incubate disruptive solutions while navigating emerging paradigms in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. Our dynamic environment rewards bold thinking and offers unparalleled resources to pioneer the next generation of innovation.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 5-year innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 technological convergence points
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype and scale breakthrough solutions in emerging domains
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive opportunities
- Secure and manage strategic partnerships with academic institutions and industry leaders
- Drive corporate culture transformation to embed experimental mindsets
- Present innovation frameworks to C-suite stakeholders and investors
- Oversee R&D budget allocation for moonshot projects with exponential potential
Qualifications
- 10+ years in innovation strategy or R&D leadership with proven impact on future-shaping initiatives
- Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Futurist Studies
- Expertise in emerging tech domains: quantum, AGI, biotech, or climate tech
- Portfolio demonstrating successful scaling of experimental technologies
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Strategic Foresight (preferred)
- Experience securing $5M+ in innovation funding
- Published thought leadership in technology forecasting
- Mastery of agile development methodologies for high-uncertainty environments