Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our 2026+ roadmap. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to identify paradigm shifts before they reshape industries. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global innovation labs to translate foresight into actionable strategy, positioning Nexus as the architect of next-generation solutions.
In this pivotal role, you'll navigate the convergence of quantum computing, biotechnology, and AI-driven ecosystems. Your insights will directly influence our product portfolio, investment decisions, and market positioning. We offer a dynamic environment where your work will shape the future of human-computer interaction, sustainable infrastructure, and decentralized systems.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026-2030
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for quantum computing applications and AI ethics
- Partner with product teams to integrate future-proofing principles into development lifecycles
- Produce annual 'Future State' reports with actionable recommendations for executive leadership
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry disruptors
- Design innovation sprints focused on solving problems 5-10 years ahead of current market needs
- Champion ethical foresight practices in all strategic decision-making processes
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or Innovation Management; PhD preferred
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology trend analysis
- Deep expertise in quantum computing, biotech convergence, or decentralized systems
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial innovation
- Exceptional scenario planning and systems modeling capabilities
- Published thought leadership in futurist or technology journals
- Experience with AI ethics frameworks and responsible innovation principles
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-proofing initiatives implemented at scale