Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect our next-generation roadmap and pioneer breakthrough solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. This role demands a blend of technical foresight, strategic planning, and cross-industry collaboration to shape our 5-year innovation agenda.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a comprehensive 2026 technology roadmap aligned with emerging trends in AI, quantum computing, and biotech
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive opportunities and validate future market needs
- Conduct horizon scanning of global startups, academic research, and geopolitical shifts
- Present strategic recommendations to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Build partnerships with leading research institutions and innovation labs
- Monitor and analyze emerging technologies' commercial viability
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of developing multi-year technology roadmaps
- Deep expertise in at least two of: AI/ML, quantum computing, synthetic biology, or decentralized systems
- Exceptional analytical skills with data-driven decision-making capabilities
- Experience presenting complex futures scenarios to executive audiences
- Advanced degree in relevant field (MBA, MS, PhD preferred)
- Certification in Futures Studies or Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFCS, CSSP)