Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's disruption. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role merges foresight analysis with actionable business strategy, transforming emerging trends into market-defining opportunities. You'll lead cross-functional teams in navigating exponential technologies, geopolitical shifts, and societal transformations that will redefine industries by 2026. Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources to shape the future while enjoying Texas's dynamic tech ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Analyze exponential technologies, market signals, and socio-political trends to forecast 2026+ industry landscapes
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for C-suite decision-making
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints translating future insights into product roadmaps
- Establish quantitative models measuring disruption velocity and adaptation readiness
- Present foresight findings to stakeholders through compelling narratives and visualizations
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and domain experts
- mentor junior strategists in advanced foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or Innovation Management (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years experience in corporate strategy, innovation consulting, or futurism
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial outcomes
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and trend analysis frameworks
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling abilities
- Experience with strategic foresight tools (e.g., Delphi method, causal layered analysis)
- Published thought leadership in future-focused publications