Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to decode emerging technologies and societal shifts, shaping our roadmap for 2026 and beyond. In this pivotal role, you'll lead cross-disciplinary initiatives, anticipate disruptive trends, and architect solutions that redefine industries. Our dynamic Austin-based headquarters offers an unparalleled environment for bold thinkers to impact the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and global megatrends to identify strategic opportunities
- Develop future-proof roadmaps for product development and market expansion
- Lead innovation sprints with R&D, engineering, and design teams
- Present trend insights and strategic recommendations to C-suite executives and investors
- Build and maintain an ecosystem of futurists, academics, and industry disruptors
- Anticipate regulatory and ethical implications of emerging technologies
- Drive organizational adoption of foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Innovation, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of translating future insights into commercial outcomes
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and trend analysis frameworks
- Exceptional communication skills with executive presence
- Portfolio demonstrating published foresight work or innovation patents
- Deep knowledge of emerging tech landscapes (Web3, AGI, synthetic biology)