Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge foresight methodologies with practical implementation, driving our innovation ecosystem through emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market evolution. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to translate future scenarios into actionable strategies that position us as industry pioneers.
What You'll Achieve:
• Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive opportunities and risks through 2030
• Develop innovation frameworks integrating AI, biotech, quantum computing, and sustainable systems
• Architect strategic roadmaps for product development and market positioning
• Foster cross-functional collaboration between tech, design, and business units
• Present compelling future narratives to stakeholders and investors
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis across technology, economic, and social domains
- Develop and maintain future scenario models for 2026-2030 strategic planning
- Design innovation frameworks integrating emerging technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable roadmaps
- Present future insights to executive leadership and board members
- Monitor and report on disruption indicators and market evolution signals
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prioritize future-proof R&D investments
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or corporate strategy
- Expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Proven track record translating future insights into executable business strategies
- Exceptional communication skills for presenting complex concepts to diverse audiences
- Experience working with C-suite executives and board-level stakeholders
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., Delphi method, causal layered analysis)