Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect transformative solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. This role blends cutting-edge technology foresight with actionable business strategy to position our clients as market leaders in the next technological paradigm.
As a key member of our Innovation Council, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies to develop roadmaps for emerging technologies including quantum computing, advanced AI systems, and sustainable tech ecosystems. Your insights will directly shape multi-billion dollar investment decisions and product development cycles.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology adoption roadmaps for enterprise clients using predictive analytics and scenario modeling
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive opportunities in AI, biotech, and clean energy sectors
- Produce quarterly foresight reports with actionable recommendations for board-level stakeholders
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs to incubate breakthrough innovations
- Mentor junior futurists while maintaining thought leadership through industry keynotes and publications
- Analyze geopolitical and socioeconomic trends to anticipate market shifts affecting 2026 tech landscapes
- Design ethical frameworks for emerging technologies to ensure responsible deployment
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field with 8+ years of strategic planning experience
- Proven track record of developing successful technology roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies: quantum computing, AGI, synthetic biology, and climate tech
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive-level communication abilities
- Published thought leadership in technology foresight or innovation strategy
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., from Association of Professional Futurists preferred)
- Experience with strategic foresight tools (e.g., Delphi method, causal layered analysis)