Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons Inc. as a 2026 Strategic Futurist to architect the future of innovation. We're seeking a visionary leader to decode emerging trends, develop long-term roadmaps, and position our organization at the forefront of technological evolution. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to transform abstract possibilities into tangible strategies.
At Nexus Horizons, we empower our futurists to work with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional workshops, and influence product development cycles spanning 2026 and beyond. Your insights will directly shape our market entry into quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech ecosystems.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies impacting 2026 markets
- Develop 5-year strategic roadmaps aligned with organizational growth objectives
- Facilitate executive workshops on scenario planning and risk mitigation
- Author thought leadership publications on future-of-work transformations
- Collaborate with R&D to prototype next-gen solutions
- Analyze geopolitical and socioeconomic trends affecting tech adoption
- Present strategic recommendations to the Board of Directors
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futures research
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Proven track record of translating foresight into actionable business strategies
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Certification in Futures Methodology (e.g., CFS, Foresight Practitioner)
- Exceptional storytelling and executive communication skills
- Experience with horizon scanning tools (e.g., Delphi method, STEEP analysis)
- Portfolio of published future-oriented research or strategic frameworks