Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons as we redefine tomorrow. We seek a visionary 2026 Innovation Futurist to architect our next-generation roadmap and position us at the forefront of technological evolution. This pivotal role blends strategic foresight with cutting-edge execution, transforming abstract concepts into market-disrupting realities. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global innovation ecosystems to shape our 2026+ vision. If you thrive at the intersection of emerging tech, behavioral science, and market transformation, this is your call to the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a comprehensive 2026 innovation roadmap aligned with market trends and technological inflection points
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-generation products/services using AI, quantum computing, and biotech integration
- Analyze global tech adoption patterns to identify disruptive opportunities in sustainability, healthcare, and digital economies
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and emerging tech startups for collaborative R&D initiatives
- Present foresight insights to executive stakeholders and investors through compelling data visualizations and scenario planning
- Drive organizational culture shifts to embed future-readiness principles across all business units
- Monitor geopolitical and socioeconomic shifts to anticipate their impact on our 2026 strategic pillars
Qualifications
- Minimum 8 years in strategic innovation, futurism, or emerging technology leadership roles
- Proven track record of launching market-defining products with 5+ years of future-planning experience
- Expertise in AI/ML, quantum computing, or biotech convergence with published thought leadership
- Exceptional scenario modeling skills using frameworks like Delphi or horizon scanning
- Advanced degree in Technology Management, Futures Studies, or related field (PhD preferred)
- Deep network within Silicon Valley innovation ecosystems and global research communities
- Fluency in strategic foresight methodologies and emerging market analysis tools
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful future-focused initiatives with measurable ROI