Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our roadmap for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to shape our next-generation technology ecosystem.
Why This Role Matters: You'll directly influence how we prepare for seismic shifts in AI, quantum computing, and biotech, ensuring our leadership position in the post-2025 landscape. Your insights will drive multi-billion-dollar decisions across our global portfolio.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify disruptive technologies with 2026+ market impact
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for geopolitical, economic, and technological disruption
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with R&D, product, and engineering teams
- Author quarterly trend briefings for C-suite and board stakeholders
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and emerging tech startups
- Quantify future ROI for emerging technologies through predictive modeling
- Champion a culture of experimental innovation and calculated risk-taking
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futuristics, Systems Engineering, or Innovation Management (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of forecasting tech adoption curves with 85%+ accuracy
- Expertise in scenario planning frameworks (e.g., STEEP-V, Delphi method)
- Proficiency in AI-driven trend analysis tools (GPT-4+, Palantir)
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed futurist journals
- Experience securing >$50M in innovation funding for future-focused initiatives