Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect the next generation of disruptive technologies. In this pivotal role, you'll bridge foresight research with actionable business strategies, shaping how organizations navigate 2030+ landscapes. Our dynamic environment combines cutting-edge AI labs with human-centric design thinking, offering unparalleled opportunities to impact global industries.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across biotech, quantum computing, and climate tech domains
- Develop strategic roadmaps for C-suite executives on emerging market disruptions
- Facilitate cross-functional innovation workshops using design thinking methodologies
- Author thought leadership reports published in top-tier industry publications
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-facing solutions
- Establish KPI frameworks for measuring innovation portfolio ROI
- Represent company at global tech summits and futurist conferences
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic foresight or corporate innovation roles
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend impact analysis
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling and executive communication skills
- Published research in innovation or futurism journals
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFIP preferred)
- Experience building innovation ecosystems in Fortune 500 environments