Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. In this pivotal role, you'll bridge cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy, ensuring our leadership in the rapidly evolving tech ecosystem.
What you'll achieve: Lead cross-functional initiatives to identify and prioritize breakthrough opportunities, develop predictive models for market disruption, and influence C-suite decisions on long-term innovation investments. You'll collaborate with R&D, product, and marketing teams to transform foresight into market-leading solutions.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global technology, economic, and social trends to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop strategic roadmaps for emerging domains (quantum computing, AI ethics, biotech convergence)
- Partner with R&D to prioritize breakthrough innovation projects with 5-year impact
- Deliver executive briefings on disruptive forces and strategic pivots
- Lead scenario planning workshops for board-level decision-making
- Author annual 'Future State' reports with actionable recommendations
- Build and maintain an external expert network for trend validation
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futurism roles
- Proven track record of translating trends into business strategy
- Expertise in systems thinking and scenario modeling methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Exceptional communication skills for executive audiences
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFIP) preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating trend analysis and strategy development