Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging technologies and societal shifts, driving our innovation roadmap toward 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to shape our next-generation products and market strategies.
As part of our elite Strategic Innovation Lab, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global thought leaders to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities. Your insights will directly influence $500M+ investment portfolios and define our competitive edge in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research across biotech, quantum computing, and AI to map technological trajectories through 2026
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for board-level decision-making
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable innovation roadmaps
- Author whitepapers and thought leadership pieces on emerging market disruptors
- Build and maintain an ecosystem of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
- Quantify market opportunities using predictive modeling and risk analysis
- Advise product development teams on next-generation user experience paradigms
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related quantitative field
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of translating future scenarios into commercial outcomes
- Expertise in horizon scanning methodologies (Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Published thought leader in emerging technology or societal trends
- Proficiency in strategic foresight tools (e.g., Trend Report, Anticipatory Intelligence)
- Exceptional storytelling ability for complex technical concepts
- Experience with C-level stakeholder management in Fortune 500 environments