Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our 2026 roadmap. In this pivotal role, you'll transform foresight into actionable strategy, ensuring our leadership in quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech. Collaborate with C-suite executives to pioneer solutions that redefine industries while mentoring next-generation innovators. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your moment to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026+ landscapes
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks and scenario models for long-term corporate planning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align innovation roadmaps with emerging market demands
- Author whitepapers and thought leadership on future tech implications for industry stakeholders
- Integrate predictive analytics with human-centered design to prototype next-gen solutions
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs to capture cutting-edge research
- Mentor internal teams in futures-thinking methodologies and trend analysis techniques
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Innovation, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven expertise in emerging technologies: quantum computing, AGI governance, biotech convergence
- Published thought leadership on technological disruption (peer-reviewed journals or industry forums)
- Advanced proficiency in scenario planning tools (e.g., SIFT, STEEP analysis)
- Portfolio demonstrating successful translation of foresight into commercial strategies
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Strategic Foresight (e.g., from University of Houston)