Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging technologies and societal shifts, transforming them into actionable roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. This hybrid role blends deep technical acumen with strategic foresight, ideal for candidates who thrive at the intersection of AI, biotechnology, and sustainable systems. You'll partner with C-suite executives to architect the future while mentoring cross-functional teams in next-generation methodologies.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, quantum computing, climate resilience) to inform 5-year strategic roadmaps
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for disruptive technologies in emerging markets
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints integrating generative AI and human-centered design
- Present foresight insights to executive stakeholders through immersive VR/AR storytelling
- Curate partnerships with academic institutions and venture labs for R&D acceleration
- Design ethical governance protocols for autonomous systems and neuro-interfaces
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or equivalent technical field
- 7+ years experience in strategic foresight or corporate innovation with Fortune 500 clients
- Proficiency in horizon scanning tools (e.g., Delphi method, STEEP analysis)
- Published thought leadership on emerging tech or sustainable futures
- Expertise in agile/lean methodologies for rapid prototyping future concepts
- Portfolio demonstrating scenario-planning deliverables for complex systems