Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging technologies and societal shifts, shaping our roadmap for the next frontier. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic foresight, driving decisions that will define the next decade. You'll collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to identify opportunities in AI, quantum computing, biotech, and sustainable systems. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and future scenarios, this is your chance to architect tomorrow's reality today.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends and societal patterns to forecast 2026+ market opportunities
- Develop strategic frameworks for integrating disruptive innovations into business ecosystems
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for C-suite executives and key stakeholders
- Produce whitepapers and thought leadership on future-of-work implications
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype solutions for anticipated market needs
- Monitor global innovation hubs and geopolitical shifts affecting technology adoption
- Present findings to investors and board members with compelling data-driven narratives
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Technology Strategy, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech research
- Proven track record of publishing future trend analyses in reputable journals
- Expertise in AI, quantum computing, or biotech commercialization pathways
- Exceptional data visualization and scenario modeling capabilities
- Experience facilitating executive workshops on strategic uncertainty
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-proofing initiatives
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., CFM, APF) preferred