Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. As a Senior Futurist 2026, you'll architect strategic roadmaps for emerging technologies and societal shifts, shaping our innovation pipeline for the next decade. This visionary role blends cutting-edge research with executive leadership to position our organization as the industry's torchbearer in 2026 and beyond.
We're seeking a visionary thinker who thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and translate complex future scenarios into actionable business imperatives. If you're passionate about demystifying tomorrow's opportunities and challenges, this is your defining moment.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain 2026 technology foresight frameworks through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for C-suite executives on disruptive innovations
- Architect strategic roadmaps integrating AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Partner with product teams to embed future-readiness into current development cycles
- Present future-state briefings to investors and board members quarterly
- Manage a global network of futurists and academic thought partners
- Author annual 'State of 2026' industry whitepapers
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused tech leadership
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or relevant technical field
- Proven track record of translating future scenarios into commercial opportunities
- Deep expertise in emerging tech stacks (AI/ML, Web3, quantum computing)
- Exceptional executive communication and storytelling abilities
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation journals
- Experience with horizon scanning methodologies and trend analysis tools
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Strategic Foresight preferred