Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our roadmap for the next decade. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical strategy execution, driving innovation across AI, biotechnology, and sustainable systems. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to shape organizational futures while maintaining our position as industry pioneers. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight and execution, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis for 2026+ technological and societal shifts
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for long-term business resilience
- Partner with R&D teams to align innovation pipelines with future market needs
- Present strategic insights to executive stakeholders and board members
- Establish cross-functional working groups for futures thinking implementation
- Monitor global disruptors and emerging technologies affecting industry landscapes
- Produce annual 'Future State' reports with actionable recommendations
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning or innovation consulting
- Proven experience with scenario planning and trend methodologies
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (AI, quantum, biotech, etc.)
- Exceptional data visualization and executive communication skills
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Futures methodologies preferred
- Published thought leadership in futures or innovation publications