Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge foresight with actionable strategy, shaping how organizations navigate technological, social, and economic shifts. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and pioneer frameworks that turn future possibilities into competitive advantages. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and long-term planning, this is your catalyst to redefine what's next.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis across AI, biotech, climate tech, and digital ecosystems
- Develop 5-year strategic roadmaps for product innovation and market positioning
- Facilitate executive workshops on scenario planning and disruption forecasting
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-generation solutions
- Author whitepapers and thought leadership on emerging technology impacts
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, researchers, and industry pioneers
- Quantify future market opportunities using predictive analytics and simulation modeling
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Strategy, or related field
- 7+ years in innovation strategy, R&D, or technology foresight roles
- Expertise in trend mapping, scenario planning, and disruption analysis frameworks
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial solutions
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI/ML, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional communication skills for executive audiences and public speaking
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., WFS, APF) preferred