Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist & Strategic Innovation Director to architect our roadmap for the next paradigm shift. This pivotal role demands a forward-thinker who can anticipate technological, societal, and economic transformations to position our organization as the industry's undisputed pioneer.
In this high-impact position, you will lead cross-functional teams to develop and implement groundbreaking initiatives that leverage emerging technologies, sustainable practices, and human-centric design. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to align innovation strategy with long-term growth objectives while fostering a culture of disruptive thinking.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 strategic innovation roadmap with measurable KPIs
- Lead horizon scanning to identify emerging technologies and market disruptors
- Champion R&D initiatives in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech
- Partner with product teams to future-proof our portfolio
- Establish innovation incubators for moonshot projects
- Present strategic foresight findings to stakeholders and investors
- Mentor talent in strategic innovation methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, futures research, or tech leadership
- Proven track record of scaling disruptive initiatives
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Certification in futures studies or strategic foresight preferred
- Experience building and leading cross-functional innovation teams
- Deep understanding of global socioeconomic trends
- Exceptional communication and executive presentation skills
- PhD or Master's in relevant field (e.g., Futures Studies, Systems Innovation)