Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We seek a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to architect our roadmap for the next paradigm shift. This pivotal role demands a blend of technological foresight, market analysis, and cross-functional leadership to shape products that will define the next decade. You'll collaborate with quantum computing researchers, AI ethicists, and sustainable energy pioneers to translate emerging trends into actionable strategies.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year strategic frameworks for quantum-integrated systems and autonomous ecosystems
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive opportunities in post-2025 markets
- Analyze convergence patterns in biotech, nanotechnology, and distributed ledger systems
- Produce horizon-scanning reports on geopolitical and technological inflection points
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype next-gen human-computer interfaces
- Establish KPIs for measuring impact on long-term innovation pipelines
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record developing multi-year technology roadmaps
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Published thought leadership on technological singularity or 4IR implications
- Proficiency in horizon scanning methodologies (Delphi, scenario planning)
- Experience scaling innovation programs across global enterprises