Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect transformative roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to anticipate technological disruptions, market evolutions, and societal shifts. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to embed future-readiness into our DNA. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and sustainable development, this is your calling to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026+ technological trends
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) for strategic integration opportunities
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify future-proof business models and revenue streams
- Produce high-impact foresight reports and scenario-planning frameworks for executive decision-making
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions, startups, and global innovation hubs
- Champion ethical innovation frameworks to ensure responsible technological deployment
- Mentor teams in future-thinking methodologies and adaptive innovation practices
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic planning, R&D, or futurist consulting with Fortune 500 companies
- Proven track record in developing and implementing future-ready business strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and technology impact assessment
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional communication skills with executive presence and stakeholder influence
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., from the Association of Professional Futurists)
- Portfolio demonstrating published research or thought leadership on future trends