Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Strategic Futurist to architect our 2026 innovation roadmap and position our brand as the industry's thought leader. This pivotal role blends cutting-edge research with strategic execution to shape our next generation of products, markets, and customer experiences.
Why Nexus Horizons? As a pioneer in emergent technologies and behavioral economics, we empower our teams to disrupt traditional paradigms. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, industry disruptors, and global thought leaders while operating at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable innovation.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 innovation strategy through horizon scanning, trend analysis, and scenario modeling
- Lead cross-functional 'Future Labs' to prototype and validate breakthrough concepts
- Author whitepapers and thought leadership pieces positioning Nexus Horizons as a 2026 innovation authority
- Partner with C-suite executives to integrate future-focused insights into corporate strategy
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and academic pioneers
- Quantify market opportunities for emerging technologies with ROI modeling
- Host exclusive 'Future Forward' events for industry stakeholders and investors
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Innovation, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, R&D leadership, or innovation consulting
- Portfolio demonstrating published futures research or patented innovations
- Expertise in emerging tech domains: quantum computing, synthetic biology, neuro-interfaces
- Proven ability to translate abstract concepts into executable business strategies
- Experience with scenario planning tools and predictive analytics frameworks
- Exceptional storytelling skills for complex technical concepts
- Global network in tech, academia, and policy spheres