Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect the future of technology. Shape our 2026 roadmap by blending foresight with actionable strategy in an environment where imagination meets execution.
As a key architect of our innovation ecosystem, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global partners to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities. This role demands a unique blend of analytical rigor and creative vision to navigate technological disruption and position Nexus Horizon as the industry's thought leader.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to forecast industry shifts through 2026
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with market disruption patterns
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into R&D priorities
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote presentations
- Partner with venture capital teams to identify disruptive startups
- Build scenario-planning models for technological black swan events
- Mentor innovation teams on future-proofing methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic foresight or innovation consulting
- Proven track record of tech trend analysis with published insights
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, neurotech)
- Exceptional storytelling skills for complex future concepts
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Innovation Strategy preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating future-focused projects