Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons as a Future Innovation Strategist to architect the business landscape of 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary thinker to identify emerging trends, develop forward-looking strategies, and lead cross-functional initiatives that position our organization at the forefront of technological and societal evolution. This role combines cutting-edge market analysis with practical implementation planning to create tangible competitive advantages in rapidly evolving industries.
Our Austin-based headquarters offers an incubator environment for disruptive ideas, with collaborative spaces, R&D labs, and partnerships with leading academic institutions. You'll work alongside world-class researchers, engineers, and futurists to transform theoretical possibilities into market-ready innovations.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research to identify emerging technologies, market shifts, and societal trends impacting 2026+ business landscapes
- Develop and present data-driven strategic frameworks for future product development and market positioning
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with engineering, marketing, and operations teams
- Create scenario-planning models for potential future business environments
- Build strategic partnerships with startups, research institutions, and industry disruptors
- Present future-focused insights to C-suite executives and board members
- Design and implement innovation KPIs to measure strategic impact
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Business Strategy, Technology Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategy consulting or corporate innovation with proven future-planning experience
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech, etc.) and their commercial applications
- Exceptional analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights
- Experience with scenario planning methodologies and trend analysis frameworks
- Strong presentation skills with ability to communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences
- Track record of developing and implementing successful innovation initiatives
- Knowledge of global market dynamics and geopolitical factors affecting business strategy