Job Description
Join NextHorizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and pioneer breakthrough solutions that will redefine industries. In this pivotal role, you'll decode emerging technologies, anticipate societal shifts, and shape our innovation pipeline to capitalize on the opportunities of the mid-2020s.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, behavioral science, and market disruption. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and present strategic blueprints to investors and stakeholders. This is your chance to build the future—starting today.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify 2026-era opportunities and threats
- Develop strategic innovation frameworks for quantum computing, AI ethics, and bio-integration
- Design and facilitate future-casting workshops with global industry leaders
- Architect 5-year technology adoption roadmaps for Fortune 500 partners
- Present compelling future-state narratives to executive boards and investors
- Manage $5M+ innovation portfolio with ROI-focused KPIs
- Pioneer ethical frameworks for emerging tech deployment
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging tech leadership
- Proven track record of commercializing futuristic concepts (quantum/AI/bio preferred)
- Deep expertise in systems thinking and scenario planning methodologies
- Published thought leadership on 2025+ technology trends
- Experience advising C-suite on exponential technology adoption
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Portfolio demonstrating successful innovation pipeline scaling