Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist & Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-gen roadmap. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic execution, ensuring our leadership in the evolving technological landscape. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight and implementation, this is your moment to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze horizon-scanning data to identify breakthrough opportunities in AI, biotech, and sustainable tech for 2026+
- Develop innovation roadmaps aligning with market shifts and regulatory landscapes
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable R&D initiatives
- Partner with C-suite to embed future-ready strategies into corporate vision
- Author thought leadership reports on disruptive technologies and societal impacts
- Build and maintain an ecosystem of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
Qualifications
- 10+ years in innovation strategy, tech forecasting, or future-focused consulting
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial or social impact
- Expertise in emerging tech domains: quantum computing, neurotech, climate AI
- Exceptional data synthesis and scenario-planning capabilities
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent field
- Published thought leadership on long-term technology impacts
- Experience scaling innovation in enterprise or startup environments