Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's disruption. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Innovation Director to architect the future of sustainable technology and human-machine collaboration. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with market-ready solutions, driving our mission to redefine industries through ethical innovation.
As a key member of our executive leadership team, you'll lead cross-functional initiatives in quantum computing integration, AI ethics frameworks, and circular economy models. Your strategic foresight will directly shape our product roadmap and investment priorities for the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Lead development and execution of 2026 innovation roadmap spanning AI, biotech, and sustainable energy sectors
- Partner with C-suite to align strategic initiatives with long-term market disruption forecasts
- Direct cross-disciplinary R&D teams exploring human-AI symbiosis and autonomous systems
- Establish ethical governance frameworks for emerging technologies
- Drive commercialization of breakthrough technologies through strategic partnerships
- Represent company at global innovation forums and thought leadership summits
Qualifications
- 15+ years in strategic innovation or futures research with Fortune 500 experience
- Proven track record leading disruptive technology commercialization
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (quantum, AGI, neurotech)
- Advanced degree in Strategic Foresight, Technology Management, or related field
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed innovation journals
- Certification in Futures Methodology (e.g., CFP) or equivalent
- Experience scaling innovation from concept to billion-dollar revenue