Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect breakthrough solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate with quantum computing researchers, AI ethicists, and biotech pioneers to shape our 3-year innovation roadmap. Enjoy competitive equity packages, unlimited PTO, and access to our state-of-the-art FutureWorks incubator.
Responsibilities
- Forecast and map technological, social, and economic trends impacting 2026 landscapes
- Develop actionable innovation frameworks for next-gen product ecosystems
- Lead cross-functional sprints to prototype 2026-ready solutions
- Partner with C-suite to align strategic initiatives with future horizons
- Author quarterly '2026 Horizon Briefs' for executive and investor audiences
- Curate FutureSummit conferences featuring global thought leaders
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategy, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record in future-casting and trend analysis
- Expertise in emerging tech: quantum computing, AGI, synthetic biology
- Advanced degree in Futuristics, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership on 2020s technology trajectories
- Experience with scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Portfolio showcasing 3+ future-focused innovation initiatives