Job Description
Join Nexus Futures Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's disruption. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect our next-generation roadmap. This pivotal role demands a blend of futurism, technical acumen, and business strategy to transform emerging trends into market-defining opportunities. Shape the future with our elite R&D team in Austin's dynamic tech ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning for 2026+ technological and societal disruptions
- Develop data-driven innovation frameworks for next-gen product ecosystems
- Collaborate with C-suite to integrate future intelligence into corporate strategy
- Build cross-functional innovation pipelines with R&D, product, and engineering teams
- Produce actionable foresight reports and scenario planning documents
- Drive thought leadership through industry conferences and white papers
- Manage innovation sprints with venture partners and academic institutions
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futurism, Technology Strategy, or related field
- 8+ years in innovation strategy or technology foresight roles
- Expertise in emerging tech: AI/ML, quantum computing, biotech convergence
- Proven track record of commercializing future-focused initiatives
- Advanced proficiency in trend analysis and scenario modeling tools
- Exceptional stakeholder management across C-suite and technical teams
- Published thought leadership in innovation or technology journals
- Certification in Foresight or Strategic Innovation preferred