Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's frontier. As our Lead Futurist for Project 2026, you'll architect the blueprint for a transformative era. This pivotal role demands a visionary who can decode emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions to shape our next-generation innovation ecosystem.
We're seeking a strategic pioneer to guide cross-disciplinary teams through uncharted territories, blending quantum computing, biotech convergence, and sustainable development paradigms. Your insights will directly influence $500M+ R&D initiatives and define our competitive landscape through 2030.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 innovation roadmap, aligning with global sustainability and technological advancement goals
- Analyze emerging trends in AI, space technology, and climate engineering to identify disruptive opportunities
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for C-suite executives on future market disruptions
- Establish strategic partnerships with MIT Media Lab, NASA, and World Economic Forum initiatives
- Present quarterly foresight briefings to board members and key stakeholders
- Mentor a team of futurists and innovation strategists
- Oversee implementation of predictive analytics systems for trend forecasting
Qualifications
- PhD or equivalent experience in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or Strategic Foresight
- 12+ years in innovation leadership with Fortune 500 or deep-tech startups
- Published author in peer-reviewed futures research journals
- Expertise in Delphi methodology and horizon scanning frameworks
- Proven track record of launching billion-dollar innovation initiatives
- Proficiency in AI-driven trend prediction platforms (e.g., Palantir, Gartner)
- Experience with UN Sustainable Development Goals integration
- Security clearance for classified technology assessment projects