Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality as Nexus Horizons' lead Futurist. We're seeking a visionary strategist to decode emerging technologies and societal shifts, guiding our R&D roadmap through 2026 and beyond. Join our elite team at the intersection of AI, biotech, and sustainable futures.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum computing, synthetic biology, AGI) for strategic implementation
- Develop 2026+ innovation roadmaps aligned with UN SDGs and market disruption forecasts
- Lead cross-functional workshops with C-suite to future-proof product portfolios
- Author whitepapers on sociotechnical convergence for industry thought leadership
- Partner with policy labs to shape regulatory frameworks for emerging technologies
- Monitor global signals (climate, geopolitics, demographics) for early opportunity identification
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight or innovation consulting
- Portfolio demonstrating published trend analysis or scenario planning projects
- Expertise in horizon scanning methodologies (Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Strong network with futurist communities (WFS, APF)
- Proficiency in futures modeling tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis)
- Experience advising Fortune 500 on long-term tech adoption curves