Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. This role demands a blend of technological foresight, market acumen, and strategic execution to position our company as an industry trailblazer. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and R&D pioneers to transform future possibilities into actionable blueprints.
Our dynamic team operates at the intersection of AI, biotechnology, and sustainable innovation. We offer unparalleled opportunities to shape industries before they exist, with competitive compensation and a culture that celebrates intellectual curiosity.
Responsibilities
- Anticipate and analyze global tech, economic, and societal shifts through 2026 horizon scanning
- Develop strategic frameworks for emerging domains (quantum computing, neural interfaces, climate tech)
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into product roadmaps
- Author thought leadership publications and trend reports for executive stakeholders
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Monitor competitor innovation trajectories and disruptor ecosystems
- Integrate future scenarios into quarterly business planning cycles
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or tech R&D
- Proven track record of forecasting market shifts (portfolio required)
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional systems thinking and scenario modeling capabilities
- Strong data visualization and narrative communication skills
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFIP) preferred
- Published author or speaker at global innovation forums