Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to shape our 2026 strategic roadmap and drive breakthrough technologies. This pivotal role blends deep market analysis with cutting-edge foresight to transform emerging trends into market-leading solutions. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and pioneer methodologies that redefine industry standards.
What you'll achieve: Architect our 2026 innovation framework, identify disruptive market opportunities, and build a world-class innovation pipeline. This is your chance to impact how humanity interacts with technology in the coming decade.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement our 2026 strategic foresight framework using advanced trend analysis and scenario planning
- Lead innovation sprints with engineering, design, and product teams to prototype breakthrough solutions
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and emerging tech startups
- Present quarterly innovation roadmaps to executive stakeholders with data-driven recommendations
- Build and mentor an internal innovation council to foster future-ready thinking across departments
- Research and report on disruptive technologies (quantum computing, neurotech, AI ethics)
- Design and execute market experiments for 2026 product concepts
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation management, or future-focused technology roles
- Proven track record of launching market-disruptive products or services
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of emerging tech landscapes (Web3, AGI, biotech convergence)
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive stakeholders
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field
- Published thought leadership in innovation or technology futures
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., CFIF preferred)