Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons Inc at the forefront of tomorrow's technology landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and drive paradigm-shifting initiatives. This role merges cutting-edge technological foresight with actionable business strategy to position our organization as the industry's torchbearer. You'll operate at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable innovation, translating abstract possibilities into market-defining products.
Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, synthesizes complex data into compelling narratives, and excels at influencing executive decisions. You'll collaborate with R&D labs, design studios, and global partners to incubate breakthrough solutions that redefine human-technology interaction. This is your chance to shape the next decade of technological evolution.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year strategic innovation roadmap mapping emerging technologies to market opportunities
- Lead cross-functional 'Future Labs' to prototype disruptive solutions in AR/VR, biotech, and climate tech
- Conduct horizon-scanning research identifying paradigm shifts in AI ethics, quantum applications, and human augmentation
- Translate technological forecasts into executable business strategies with measurable ROI
- Present foresight frameworks to C-suite executives and board members with data-driven impact projections
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and tech incubators to co-develop 2026-vision projects
- Mentor innovation teams in future-proofing methodologies and speculative design thinking
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field; PhD preferred
- 7+ years in technology strategy with proven experience mapping 5+ year horizons
- Deep expertise in emerging tech domains: generative AI, quantum computing, neuro-interfaces
- Portfolio of successfully implemented innovation initiatives with measurable market impact
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., WFS, APF) or equivalent rigorous methodology
- Exceptional storytelling abilities to articulate complex futures to diverse stakeholders
- Experience with scenario planning, Delphi methods, and technology roadmapping frameworks
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation strategy (IEEE, HBR, etc.)