Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative strategies that will redefine industries by 2026. In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives and R&D teams to anticipate technological disruptions, market shifts, and societal evolutions. Our Austin-based hub offers a dynamic environment where your foresight will directly shape our product roadmaps and investment priorities. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your chance to build the future—starting today.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, biotech, climate resilience, quantum computing) and their impact on industry landscapes by 2026
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for product development and market expansion
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed future foresight into quarterly business planning
- Produce high-impact trend reports and predictive models for executive stakeholders
- Build and maintain an external network of futurists, academics, and industry disruptors
- Champion innovation initiatives that position Nexus Horizons as a 2026 market leader
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Futures Studies, or related field; PhD preferred
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or technology forecasting
- Proven track record of translating complex trends into actionable business strategies
- Expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and systems thinking methodologies
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to influence C-level executives
- Portfolio demonstrating future-focused projects with measurable outcomes
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies and their socioeconomic implications