Job Description
Join Nexus Futures Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. As Director of Strategic Innovation, you'll architect the next decade of technological and societal evolution. We're seeking a visionary leader to drive our 2026 roadmap, leveraging emerging technologies like quantum computing, synthetic biology, and neuro interfaces to solve humanity's grand challenges. This role combines deep strategic foresight with hands-on execution in a dynamic, cross-disciplinary environment.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 market trends
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype and scale breakthrough solutions
- Analyze emerging technologies and geopolitical shifts for strategic advantage
- Forge partnerships with academia, government, and industry disruptors
- Drive organizational culture of experimentation and agile adaptation
- Present strategic vision to C-suite and board stakeholders
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, R&D leadership, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record scaling disruptive technologies from concept to market
- Expertise in horizon scanning and scenario planning methodologies
- Advanced degree in technology, economics, or strategic foresight
- Published thought leadership on future trends (patents/whitepapers)
- Experience securing $5M+ innovation budgets