Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Futurist to architect our next decade's technological and societal roadmap. This pivotal role demands a blend of strategic foresight, cross-industry expertise, and disruptive thinking to pioneer solutions that will redefine human experience by 2026.
In this executive-level position, you'll collaborate with C-suite leaders, research institutions, and global innovators to identify emerging paradigms in AI, biotechnology, and sustainable systems. Your insights will directly shape product roadmaps, investment strategies, and organizational evolution in our rapidly accelerating world.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive 2026 innovation roadmap through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional workshops to map disruptive technologies to market opportunities
- Produce forward-looking whitepapers and scenario-planning frameworks for executive stakeholders
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic research labs and emerging tech startups
- Quantify market readiness and adoption timelines for breakthrough innovations
- Advose on organizational transformation to prepare for 2026 workforce and infrastructure shifts
- Represent company vision at global innovation forums and thought leadership platforms
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging technology leadership
- Proven track record of developing multi-year innovation roadmaps with measurable impact
- Deep expertise in at least two of these domains: AI ethics, quantum computing, neurotech, or climate tech
- Exceptional data storytelling abilities with executive presentation skills
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or relevant technical field
- Proficiency in horizon scanning methodologies (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Global network of innovation ecosystem contacts