Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons as a 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect the future of innovation. We're seeking a visionary thinker to decode emerging trends, technologies, and societal shifts that will redefine our world by 2026. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic foresight to guide our organization's next-generation initiatives.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation labs, and publish influential whitepapers that shape industry conversations. If you're passionate about turning tomorrow's possibilities into today's competitive advantages, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify disruptive technologies and market shifts impacting 2026 landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning models for quantum computing, AI ethics, and climate adaptation strategies
- Lead workshops with global stakeholders to co-create future-ready organizational blueprints
- Produce annual 'State of 2026' reports with actionable insights for executive decision-making
- Integrate foresight methodologies into product development and corporate strategy frameworks
- Mentor junior futurists in emerging fields like neurotech and synthetic biology
- Represent Nexus Horizons at global innovation forums and thought leadership summits
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology trend analysis
- Published research on 2026+ technological or societal disruption scenarios
- Expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and systems thinking methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Proven track record influencing C-suite strategy with future-oriented insights
- Experience leading global cross-functional innovation initiatives
- Exceptional storytelling and data visualization capabilities