Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons Inc. as we pioneer the next frontier of human potential. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Lead to architect our roadmap for the next decade. This role blends strategic foresight with cutting-edge technology implementation, driving our mission to transform industries through predictive analytics, sustainable innovation, and human-centered design. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global partners to shape the future of work, climate resilience, and ethical AI integration. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, philosophy, and business strategy, this is your chance to redefine what's possible.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a 2026-2035 innovation strategy using trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping breakthrough solutions for climate adaptation and quantum computing applications
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and government agencies to shape policy frameworks for emerging technologies
- Design and implement AI-driven sustainability metrics to measure corporate impact on UN SDGs
- Deliver keynote presentations at global forums on the future of work and human-AI collaboration
- Oversee the development of a 'Future Skills Academy' workforce development program
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field with 8+ years in strategic innovation
- Proven expertise in predictive modeling and scenario planning methodologies (e.g., Delphi, STEEPLE)
- Experience with emerging technologies: quantum computing, neurotech, and decentralized AI systems
- Published thought leadership on ethical AI or sustainable innovation (e.g., Harvard Business Review, MIT Tech Review)
- Proficiency in futures forecasting tools (e.g., Trendalyzer, Palisade @Risk)
- Certification in Systems Dynamics or Futures Research (e.g., University of Houston)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ scalable future-focused initiatives implemented