Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons at the forefront of tomorrow's evolution. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to navigate technological disruption, market shifts, and societal transformations. Our dynamic Austin-based team thrives on intellectual curiosity and bold innovation, offering unparalleled opportunities to shape the future landscape.
Why Nexus Horizons? We're a global leader in future-focused R&D, with a culture that champions intellectual bravery and cross-disciplinary collaboration. You'll access cutting-edge research labs, exclusive industry foresight networks, and mentorship from world-renowned futurists.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, biotech, climate resilience) to develop strategic roadmaps for 2026+ market landscapes
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing products and services
- Deliver executive briefings on disruptive technologies and their competitive implications
- Build quantitative scenario models using AI-driven foresight platforms
- Collaborate with R&D teams to translate future insights into actionable R&D priorities
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote presentations at global forums
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation hubs
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, innovation management, or futurist research
- Proven track record developing future-ready business strategies for Fortune 500 companies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related quantitative field
- Expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and trend impact analysis
- Proficiency in AI-powered foresight tools (e.g., GPT-4, Trendalyzer)
- Published thought leader with 50+ citations in peer-reviewed foresight journals
- Experience with agile innovation frameworks and rapid prototyping methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications