Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect the next decade of technological disruption. This role blends cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy, positioning our organization as the undisputed leader in emerging tech landscapes. You'll collaborate with quantum computing pioneers, neuroscientists, and climate tech innovators to map the future of human progress.
As a cornerstone of our C-Suite advisory team, you'll shape product roadmaps, forecast market shifts, and identify paradigm-breaking opportunities. Your insights will directly influence $500M+ investment decisions and redefine industry standards. If you thrive at the intersection of artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and sustainable futures, this is your moment to impact the trajectory of human advancement.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 technology roadmaps across AI, quantum, and bioengineering domains
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for C-suite executives on future market disruptions
- Establish strategic partnerships with frontier research institutions and government innovation labs
- Author quarterly trend reports predicting socio-technological shifts impacting global business
- Design ethical frameworks for emerging technologies to ensure responsible deployment
- Mentor cross-functional teams in future-proofing product development processes
- Secure $2M+ annual R&D budget allocation for experimental technology initiatives
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, tech innovation, or futurist consulting
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Systems Thinking, or Futures Research
- Published thought leadership on exponential technologies (AI/quantum/bio)
- Proven track record influencing enterprise-level technology strategy
- Deep understanding of emerging tech regulatory landscapes (FDA, FCC, FTC)
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Technology Assessment preferred
- Experience with scenario modeling tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis)
- Portfolio of successful future-tech commercialization initiatives