Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect the future of technology and human progress. This pivotal role blends cutting-edge foresight with actionable strategy, driving our organization's trajectory toward 2026 and beyond. You'll collaborate with industry pioneers to transform futuristic concepts into tangible innovations that redefine markets.
We offer a dynamic environment where your ideas shape reality, backed by industry-leading resources and a team dedicated to pushing boundaries. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business evolution, this is your moment to lead the charge.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement multi-year innovation roadmaps targeting 2026 market transformations
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum, biotech) to identify disruptive opportunities
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-generation solutions
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and industry disruptors
- Present future scenarios to C-suite executives and stakeholders
- Drive adoption of foresight methodologies across the organization
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems and competitive landscapes
Qualifications
- 10+ years in innovation strategy, futures research, or tech leadership
- Proven track record of launching market-defining products/services
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Advanced degree in Technology, Business, or Futures Studies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Exceptional data synthesis and strategic communication skills
- Certification in innovation management or foresight (e.g., CFIP preferred)
- Portfolio demonstrating future-focused projects delivered