Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons Inc. as a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Strategist, shaping tomorrow's technological landscape today. We're seeking a forward-thinking leader to drive our R&D initiatives in quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech solutions. This role requires you to anticipate societal shifts, emerging technologies, and market disruptions while developing actionable roadmaps for the next decade.
As a cornerstone of our Innovation Lab, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional teams, and present strategic frameworks to our board of directors. You'll have direct impact on our product pipeline and investment strategy while representing our brand at global tech summits.
Responsibilities
- Develop 10-year innovation roadmaps for quantum computing and AI applications
- Analyze emerging tech trends (2026-2030) to identify market opportunities
- Lead workshops with Fortune 500 partners on future-proofing business models
- Author quarterly white papers on technological disruption scenarios
- Mentor junior strategists in foresight methodologies and trend analysis
- Secure $5M+ annual R&D budget through compelling stakeholder presentations
- Represent Nexus Horizons at Davos and SXSW Future stages
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation or futurist consulting
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Proven track record predicting tech adoption curves (showcase case studies)
- Deep expertise in quantum computing or generative AI ecosystems
- Experience developing scenario planning frameworks for C-suite
- Published thought leadership in Harvard Business Review or MIT Tech Review
- Certified Futurist (CF) from Association of Professional Futurists preferred