Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to architect strategies for 2026 and beyond. You'll lead cross-disciplinary teams to anticipate technological disruptions, design next-gen solutions, and shape our roadmap for exponential growth. This role combines deep technical expertise with strategic foresight to transform emerging concepts into market-leading products.
What You'll Achieve:
• Pioneer frameworks for 2026+ technology adoption
• Drive R&D initiatives in quantum computing, AI ethics, and biotech convergence
• Present strategic insights to C-suite and board stakeholders
• Build innovation pipelines with 3-5 year horizons
Responsibilities
- Develop predictive models for 2026 market landscapes and technological inflection points
- Lead scenario planning workshops for emerging technologies (quantum, AGI, synthetic biology)
- Collaborate with engineering teams to prototype future-forward solutions
- Author whitepapers and thought leadership on exponential technology trends
- Manage innovation portfolio with $5M+ annual R&D budget
- Mentor junior futurists and cultivate foresight methodologies
- Partner with venture capital arm to identify 2026-era investment opportunities
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy, R&D, or innovation consulting
- Proven track record of forecasting tech trends with 80%+ accuracy
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or top-tier tech publications
- Expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (quantum, AGI, neurotech, etc.)
- Experience leading cross-functional teams in Fortune 500 or high-growth startups
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (Horizon Scanning, Delphi, etc.)
- Strong presentation skills for executive audiences