Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons as a 2026 Futurist Strategist and architect tomorrow's today. We're seeking visionary thinkers to decode emerging trends, disrupt industries, and position our clients at the forefront of 2026's technological and societal shifts. This is your chance to shape the future by identifying breakthrough opportunities in AI, biotech, and sustainable infrastructure.
As a cornerstone of our Strategic Innovation Lab, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global governments to develop actionable foresight frameworks. Your insights will directly influence $500M+ portfolios and redefine competitive landscapes. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and exponential change—this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (2024-2026) across AI ethics, quantum computing adoption, and climate resilience to forecast market disruptions
- Develop scenario-planning models for Fortune 500 clients navigating 2026's regulatory and tech convergence landscape
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into product roadmaps and investment strategies
- Produce high-impact trend briefings for C-suite executives and board members
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype 2026-ready solutions in Web3, neurotech, and circular economy
- Represent Nexus Horizons at global futurist summits and publish thought leadership in top-tier journals
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent with 5+ years in strategic foresight or innovation consulting
- Proven track record of predicting market shifts (portfolio examples required)
- Expertise in horizon scanning, Delphi methodology, and causal layered analysis
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (quantum, AGI, synthetic biology) and their societal implications
- Exceptional storytelling skills with experience presenting to executive audiences
- Published author in futurism/innovation domains or TEDx speaker credentials
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., Trendalyzer, Kumu) and data visualization platforms