Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our 2026 roadmap. This role blends deep technological foresight with strategic execution to transform uncertainty into opportunity. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to shape products that define the next decade. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your moment to impact humanity's trajectory.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, biotech, climate, geopolitics) to map 3-5 year innovation horizons
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for high-impact business resilience
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable R&D priorities
- Author visionary white papers and thought leadership positioning Nexus as 2026's innovation authority
- Partner with product teams to embed future-proofing into development lifecycles
- Establish KPIs for tracking emerging tech adoption curves
- Represent Nexus at Davos, TED, and industry foresight forums
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record translating trend analysis into commercial innovation
- Expertise in systems thinking, scenario planning, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (quantum, AGI, synthetic biology)
- Credible network with futurists, VCs, and academic research institutions
- Exceptional storytelling skills for executive and stakeholder audiences
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field