Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist to decode emerging technologies, market shifts, and societal trends that will redefine industries by 2026. This role combines strategic foresight with actionable innovation leadership to shape our product roadmap and competitive advantage.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities while mitigating disruption risks. Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech (quantum computing, AI ethics, neurotech) and their 2026 commercial viability
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for 5-year market evolution
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints prototyping 2026-proof solutions
- Author quarterly trend briefs for executive board and investor communications
- Establish partnerships with academic labs and future-focused think tanks
- Design ethical frameworks for next-gen automation and human-AI collaboration
- Mentor R&D teams in translating foresight into tangible product roadmaps
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in innovation strategy, R&D leadership, or tech consultancy
- Proven expertise in horizon scanning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies and their societal impact
- Exceptional storytelling skills to communicate complex futures to stakeholders
- Experience building innovation pipelines with measurable ROI
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFPC) or equivalent
- Portfolio of published future scenarios or innovation frameworks