Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer the next frontier of human-machine collaboration. We're seeking a visionary AI Futurist to architect our 2026 strategic roadmap, blending cutting-edge AI research with human-centric innovation. This role empowers you to shape how billions interact with technology tomorrow while solving today's most complex global challenges.
In our dynamic San Francisco hub, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, quantum computing pioneers, and ethical AI thought-leaders. We offer unparalleled resources, including a $50M innovation lab and partnerships with MIT's Future of Humanity Institute. Your work will directly influence policies at the World Economic Forum and shape standards for the UN AI Advisory Board.
Responsibilities
- Architect and execute the 2026 AI innovation roadmap, aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Lead cross-disciplinary teams developing ethical AI frameworks for autonomous systems
- Partner with governments to design next-generation digital infrastructure policies
- Drive R&D in quantum-AI hybrid computing systems achieving 1000-qubit stability
- Present strategic vision at Davos, TED, and global AI governance summits
- Mentor PhD researchers in human-AI symbiosis breakthroughs
- Secure $20M+ in funding for moonshot projects through strategic partnerships
Qualifications
- PhD in AI, Cognitive Science, or related field with 10+ years of applied research
- Proven track record of scaling AI systems serving 50M+ users
- Published 50+ peer-reviewed papers in Nature/Science journals
- Expertise in federated learning, explainable AI, and quantum algorithms
- Experience advising Fortune 500 CEOs on digital transformation strategy
- Fluency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum programming frameworks
- Deep understanding of EU AI Act, NIST AI RMF, and global governance frameworks
- Speaker credentials at 3+ major AI conferences (NeurIPS, ICML, etc.)