Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect the next generation of digital ecosystems. In this pivotal role, you'll decode emerging technological paradigms and shape our roadmap for the post-2025 landscape. Collaborate with quantum computing pioneers, AI ethicists, and biotech innovators to build sustainable frameworks for humanity's next chapter.
Our San Francisco hub offers unparalleled access to industry disruptors and startup accelerators. Enjoy flexible work arrangements, cutting-edge R&D resources, and a culture that rewards bold thinking. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight and execution, this is your moment to redefine progress.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify paradigm-shifting technologies and societal trends beyond 2025
- Develop strategic roadmaps for quantum-AI convergence and decentralized autonomous systems
- Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to prototype 2026-ready solutions in virtual and physical domains
- Author whitepapers and thought leadership on post-singularity governance and human-machine symbiosis
- Advocate ethical frameworks for emerging technologies through policy engagement and industry forums
- Mentor junior futurists in predictive modeling and scenario planning methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or equivalent with 5+ years in strategic foresight
- Proven expertise in exponential technology forecasting (quantum, AI, biotech)
- Portfolio demonstrating published scenarios or frameworks for 2026+ ecosystems
- Proficiency in futures research tools (horizon scanning, Delphi methods, causal layered analysis)
- Experience working with global innovation ecosystems and cross-cultural stakeholders
- Deep understanding of emerging policy landscapes for autonomous systems and AI governance
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex futures into actionable strategies