Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality today as a 2026 Futurist Strategist at Nexus Horizons. We're seeking visionary minds to decode emerging technologies and societal shifts that will redefine industries by 2026. Join our elite team of futurists in crafting actionable blueprints for Fortune 500 clients navigating exponential change.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, transforming abstract trends into tangible competitive advantages. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to build resilient futures in AI, biotech, and sustainable infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Analyze exponential technology trends (quantum computing, synthetic biology, neuromorphic AI) and their 2026 market impacts
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for clients facing disruptive innovation cycles
- Produce whitepapers and predictive models for board-level decision-making
- Lead cross-functional workshops with engineering and product teams
- Monitor global policy shifts affecting tech adoption timelines
- Design ethical governance frameworks for emerging technologies
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or tech innovation roles
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published research on exponential technologies or societal megatrends
- Proficiency in trend analysis tools (Gartner, Forrester, Delphi method)
- Experience with scenario planning frameworks (STEEP, PESTLE)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-strategy implementations
- Deep understanding of AI ethics and regulatory landscapes