Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. As our 2026 Futurist Lead, you'll architect strategic blueprints for industries reshaping by emerging technologies. This pivotal role demands visionary thinking to navigate exponential change, bridge present innovations with future ecosystems, and position our organization as the definitive thought leader in the next technological paradigm.
We seek a trailblazer who thrives at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market evolution. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global disruptors to decode signals from 2026 and beyond, ensuring our solutions anticipate—not react to—societal shifts.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026-2030 technology roadmaps for AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype future-state business models and customer experiences
- Establish foresight frameworks using horizon scanning, trend analysis, and scenario planning
- Produce executive briefings on emerging risks and opportunities in decentralized systems
- Forge strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation hubs
- Mentor next-gen futurists through our Future Leaders program
- Present annual 2026 industry impact reports at global forums
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging tech leadership
- Proven track record of commercializing future-focused initiatives (portfolio required)
- Expertise in exponential technology trends (AI, blockchain, AR/VR, synthetic biology)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent field
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed futurist journals
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (Delphi, STEEP analysis, causal layered analysis)
- Experience scaling global innovation ecosystems across 3+ continents