Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons Inc. as a 2026 Innovation Futurist and shape tomorrow's technological landscape today. We're seeking a visionary strategist to decode emerging trends, design future-ready solutions, and lead cross-functional teams in developing breakthrough innovations for the 2026 horizon. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and executive leadership to transform futuristic concepts into actionable business strategies.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive technologies and market shifts impacting 2026
- Develop and publish strategic foresight frameworks for C-suite executives and product teams
- Design innovation roadmaps integrating AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology convergence
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-state visions
- Partner with R&D to prototype and validate 2026-era solutions
- Represent the company at global futurist forums and industry conferences
- Mentor junior innovation strategists in foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Strategy, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in innovation strategy, product development, or technology forecasting
- Proven track record of publishing foresight reports or trend analysis
- Expertise in emerging technologies: AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology
- Experience with scenario planning and strategic foresight frameworks (e.g., Delphi, STEEP)
- Exceptional communication skills with executive audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-oriented projects delivered to market
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Strategic Foresight (e.g., APF, Foresight Practitioner)