Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Group at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect the next generation of human-technology paradigms. This pivotal role bridges speculative foresight with actionable strategy, transforming abstract possibilities into tangible business advantage.
In our dynamic San Francisco headquarters, you'll collaborate with quantum computing researchers, neurotech pioneers, and sustainable systems architects. We offer unparalleled resources to explore post-2026 horizons while delivering immediate impact through our proprietary Horizon Framework™ methodology.
Responsibilities
- Develop and publish annual 2026 Horizon Reports mapping technological, societal, and economic inflection points
- Lead cross-functional scenario planning workshops for C-suite executives across Fortune 500 partners
- Design strategic roadmaps for quantum-AI integration and post-scarcity economics
- Establish ethical guardrails for autonomous systems and cognitive augmentation technologies
- Present future-state briefings at global innovation forums and policy summits
- Mentor next-generation futurists through our 2026 Fellowship Program
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future studies
- Published thought leadership on post-2020 technological convergence
- Expertise in systems thinking and complex adaptive modeling
- Proficiency in horizon scanning methodologies (Delphi, STEEP-V)
- Demonstrated experience with quantum computing or neurotech ecosystem analysis
- PhD or equivalent in futurology, systems science, or related field
- Security clearance preferred for national resilience initiatives