Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Lead to architect our next-generation strategic roadmap and pioneer breakthrough technologies that will redefine industries by the mid-2020s. This premier opportunity demands a strategic thinker who thrives at the intersection of emerging tech, market evolution, and human-centric innovation.
As a key architect of our 2026 vision, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research pioneers, and global innovators to translate future scenarios into actionable blueprints. We offer an unparalleled environment where your expertise in trend forecasting and strategic foresight will directly shape products, services, and market positioning for the coming decade.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 technological and societal forecasts
- Analyze emerging disruptors (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to identify strategic opportunities
- Lead cross-functional 'Future Labs' to prototype next-gen solutions for 2026 market readiness
- Author forward-looking whitepapers and scenario-planning frameworks for executive decision-making
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and R&D centers to accelerate future-focused R&D
- Mentor innovation teams in strategic foresight methodologies and future-proofing principles
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, futurist consulting, or technology R&D leadership
- Proven track record developing 5+ year strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in emerging tech trends (AGI, Web3, neurotech) and market adoption curves
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC/SCF) or advanced degree in Futures Studies
- Published thought leadership on technological disruption or industry transformation
- Demonstrated success translating future scenarios into commercial innovation pipelines