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 transformative strategies for 2026 and beyond. In this pivotal role, you'll leverage cutting-edge research and cross-industry insights to shape our product roadmap and market positioning. Collaborate with elite teams in AI, biotech, and sustainable tech to pioneer solutions that redefine human potential. Our Austin-based hub offers an unparalleled environment for disruptive thinking, with state-of-the-art labs and direct access to global thought leaders. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight and execution, this is your opportunity to leave an indelible mark on the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze horizon-scanning data to identify disruptive trends impacting 2026 markets
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating exponential technologies (quantum computing, neurotech, etc.)
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable innovation plans
- Partner with R&D to prototype future-ready solutions with 3-5 year deployment horizons
- Author thought leadership positioning Nexus Horizon as the 2026 innovation authority
- Monitor geopolitical and socio-cultural shifts to anticipate market inflection points
- Build ecosystem partnerships with academic institutions and emerging tech startups
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight or innovation consulting at Fortune 500/VC-backed firms
- Proven track record of translating trend analysis into commercialized innovations
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional storytelling abilities for executive audiences and stakeholder alignment
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation journals
- Experience with scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful future-strategy implementations