Job Description
Join Nexus 2026 at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging technologies and societal shifts that will redefine industries by 2026. This role blends deep analytical rigor with creative foresight to shape our next-gen product ecosystem. You'll work directly with C-suite executives to transform speculative futures into actionable roadmaps, driving exponential growth in our AI-driven sustainability division.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum computing, bio-integration, neuro-interfaces) to identify disruptive opportunities
- Develop scenario-planning models for 2026 market landscapes across 5+ industries
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-vision strategies
- Produce quarterly 'Horizon Reports' with data-backed innovation forecasts
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-state solutions
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic labs and innovation hubs
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic innovation or futurist consulting
- Proven experience developing scenario-planning frameworks
- Deep expertise in at least 3 emerging tech domains (AI/ML, biotech, quantum)
- Exceptional storytelling skills for translating complex futures
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Innovation Management preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-strategy implementations