Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons as we redefine tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative solutions. In this pivotal role, you'll bridge cutting-edge research with market-ready applications, shaping how industries evolve in the coming decade. Our dynamic team thrives on curiosity and breakthrough thinking—perfect for those who thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and foresight.
This position offers unparalleled opportunities to influence global innovation agendas while working with Fortune 500 clients and pioneering startups. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop strategic roadmaps that position organizations for 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Research and synthesize global trends in AI, biotech, climate tech, and quantum computing
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for 2026 market landscapes
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable strategies
- Author white papers and executive briefs on emerging disruption vectors
- Advise C-suite stakeholders on innovation portfolio allocation
- Build and maintain a network of futurists, technologists, and industry pioneers
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech research
- Proven track record of publishing trend analyses or industry forecasts
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Exceptional storytelling and executive communication skills
- Experience advising organizations on 5-10 year strategic pivots
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field