Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect breakthrough solutions for 2026 and beyond. You'll collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to transform speculative futures into actionable business strategies, driving our position as industry pioneers.
As a key architect of our innovation roadmap, you'll leverage cutting-edge foresight methodologies to identify paradigm shifts, anticipate market disruptions, and guide product development. This role requires equal parts analytical rigor and creative brilliance to navigate the complex landscape of exponential technologies.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and socio-economic trends to forecast market disruptions
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks and scenario-planning models for 2026+ horizons
- Collaborate with R&D teams to translate future insights into innovation roadmaps
- Present visionary insights to C-suite executives and stakeholders
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align teams on future-ready strategies
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems and identify partnership opportunities
- Produce thought leadership content on future trends and their business implications
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Proven track record of translating future insights into commercial strategies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Exceptional communication skills for complex visionary concepts
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFIP) preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating future-focused projects or publications