Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, architect transformative roadmaps, and position our organization at the vanguard of innovation. This role blends analytical rigor with creative foresight to shape the next decade of technological and societal evolution.
In this pivotal position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global thought leaders to identify paradigm shifts, mitigate disruption risks, and capitalize on exponential opportunities. Your insights will directly influence product development, market entry strategies, and long-term corporate resilience.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning for 2026+ trends across AI, biotech, climate tech, and quantum computing
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for 5-10 year market evolution
- Design innovation frameworks for emerging technology adoption
- Produce executive foresight briefings and trend disruption assessments
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops on future-proofing organizational capabilities
- Partner with product teams to embed future-readiness into development lifecycles
- Represent the company at global futurism and tech policy forums
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Published thought leadership on emerging technologies or societal shifts
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling and data visualization skills for complex concepts
- Experience advising C-suite on future-proofing strategies
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-focused strategic initiatives