Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to architect our roadmap for 2026 and beyond. In this pivotal role, you'll decode emerging trends, disrupt conventional paradigms, and catalyze breakthrough innovations that redefine industries. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, and possess an insatiable curiosity about what's next, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026+ landscapes
- Develop evidence-based innovation roadmaps aligned with C-suite vision and market dynamics
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable R&D priorities
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote presentations on future scenarios
- Champion agile experimentation methodologies for rapid prototyping of future concepts
- Build strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Quantify future market opportunities through predictive modeling and scenario planning
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Innovation, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of commercializing future-focused technologies or business models
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and systemic thinking frameworks
- Exceptional storytelling skills to communicate complex futures to diverse stakeholders
- Proficiency in AI/ML tools for predictive analytics and trend forecasting
- Portfolio demonstrating published futurist research or implemented innovation strategies