Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons as we pioneer the future from our San Francisco headquarters. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Futurist to decode emerging technologies and societal shifts that will define the next decade. This role blends strategic foresight with hands-on implementation to position our organization at the forefront of innovation.
You'll work in our state-of-the-art FutureLab, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop actionable roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. We offer competitive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to shape tomorrow's landscape.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and their societal implications
- Develop strategic innovation frameworks for 2026 market landscapes
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable plans
- Build scenario models for disruptive industry shifts
- Partner with R&D to prototype future-state solutions
- Present strategic recommendations to C-suite executives
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems and competitive threats
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Advanced degree in technology, economics, or futures studies
- Proven track record of implementing future-focused initiatives
- Expertise in trend analysis and scenario planning methodologies
- Strong data visualization and storytelling capabilities
- Experience with emerging tech (blockchain, AR/VR, AGI)
- Certification in futures research or strategic foresight preferred