Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, shape our innovation roadmap, and position us as industry pioneers. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic execution, transforming futuristic concepts into actionable business opportunities. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional initiatives, and drive our organization into the next frontier of technological and societal evolution.
Responsibilities
- Analyze horizon-scanning data to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts pre-2026
- Develop strategic frameworks for product innovation and market positioning
- Present executive-ready trend forecasts with quantified impact assessments
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into R&D priorities
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry disruptors
- Author thought leadership publications on emerging industry paradigms
- Drive scenario planning for geopolitical and technological black swan events
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Strategy, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech R&D
- Proven expertise in horizon scanning and trend analysis methodologies
- Exceptional storytelling skills for complex technical concepts
- Experience with scenario planning frameworks (e.g., STEEP, Delphi)
- Published thought leadership in technology or business futurism
- Deep knowledge of AI, biotech, quantum computing, and climate tech trajectories
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from APF or WFS)