Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons as we architect the future of 2026. We seek a visionary Innovation Futurist to decode emerging trends and pioneer breakthrough strategies that will define the next decade. This role sits at the intersection of technology foresight, human-centric design, and market transformation. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and cross-functional teams to translate foresight into actionable roadmaps that drive sustainable growth and competitive advantage.
Responsibilities
- Analyze macroeconomic shifts, technological disruptions, and societal behaviors to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop strategic innovation frameworks that align with 5-year organizational vision
- Lead cross-functional workshops to ideate future products and services
- Produce trend reports and scenario-planning models for executive stakeholders
- Identify emerging technologies (AI, biotech, quantum) and their business applications
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future solutions
- Establish KPIs to track innovation maturity and market readiness
Qualifications
- Minimum 8 years in strategy consulting, innovation management, or futurist research
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial outcomes
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Exceptional storytelling and executive presentation skills
- Advanced degree in business, technology, or futures studies
- Published thought leadership in innovation or foresight domains