Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's technology revolution. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect breakthrough solutions for 2026 and beyond. In this pivotal role, you'll spearhead research into emerging technologies, synthesize market intelligence, and develop strategic roadmaps that will redefine industries. Our dynamic Austin-based team operates at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology, creating paradigm-shifting innovations.
As a thought leader, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify disruptive opportunities and translate futuristic concepts into actionable business strategies. If you're passionate about shaping the future and thrive in environments where innovation meets execution, this is your chance to make history.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across AI, quantum computing, biotech, and sustainable energy sectors
- Develop 5-10 year strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with organizational vision
- Conduct scenario planning and risk assessment for emerging technological disruptions
- Present compelling future-state narratives to stakeholders and executive leadership
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype and validate breakthrough concepts
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Drive cultural transformation to foster organization-wide future-readiness
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, Technology Innovation, or related field
- Minimum 8 years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven expertise in emerging technologies with published thought leadership
- Exceptional analytical skills for complex systems and trend extrapolation
- Experience facilitating C-level strategic workshops and scenario planning sessions
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-state strategy implementation