Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect the future landscape of technology, society, and business. This role blends deep analytical rigor with creative foresight to shape our 2026+ innovation roadmap. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional labs, and publish groundbreaking insights that redefine industry paradigms. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, and possess an insatiable curiosity about what's next, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic foresight initiatives identifying disruptive trends across AI, biotech, climate tech, and digital ecosystems
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for 2026-2030 market landscapes and competitive dynamics
- Partner with R&D to prototype future-concept products and validate market readiness
- Present executive briefings and publish thought leadership in industry journals
- Build and mentor a global network of futurist researchers and industry experts
- Quantify future opportunity sizes through proprietary modeling methodologies
- Drive innovation workshops with Fortune 500 clients on future-proofing strategies
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, Economics, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Published portfolio of trend analysis and scenario-planning work
- Expertise in horizon scanning, Delphi methods, and technology impact assessment
- Proven track record translating foresight into actionable business strategy
- Deep knowledge of emerging tech convergence patterns (e.g., AI+quantum, neurotech)
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Certification in Foresight methodologies (e.g., from Association of Professional Futurists)