Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect the next decade of breakthrough technologies. This role blends foresight analysis, cross-industry collaboration, and disruptive thinking to transform conceptual frameworks into market-leading solutions. If you thrive at the intersection of emerging tech and human-centric design, this is your opportunity to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis for 2026 technology landscapes (AI, quantum computing, bio-integration)
- Develop strategic roadmaps aligning emerging innovations with enterprise objectives
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops with C-suite executives and R&D teams
- Author white papers and thought leadership on future-of-work paradigms
- Manage pilot programs for emerging tech adoption with Fortune 500 partners
- Build and mentor an innovation incubator team of futurists and technologists
- Represent company at global tech summits and future-focused conferences
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation or technology foresight roles
- Proven track record of launching future-oriented products/services
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Engineering, or Business
- Certification in Foresight Methodology (e.g., CFIP preferred)
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Portfolio of published future scenarios or innovation frameworks
- Experience scaling innovation in enterprise environments