Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect the next wave of human-technology evolution. This role demands a blend of foresight, strategic planning, and technological intuition to navigate emerging paradigms in AI, biotech, and quantum systems. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to shape 5-year roadmaps while maintaining ethical guardrails for exponential technologies.
Our team operates at the intersection of innovation and responsibility, where your insights will directly influence how humanity adapts to 2026's technological landscape. If you thrive at the bleeding edge of possibility and possess the analytical rigor to ground vision in reality, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 technology impact assessments across AI, biotech, and quantum computing domains
- Design strategic frameworks for exponential technology adoption while mitigating existential risks
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align organizational capabilities with future market shifts
- Produce annual 'State of 2026' reports with actionable recommendations for executive leadership
- Establish ethical governance protocols for advanced autonomous systems
- Identify and cultivate partnerships with emerging tech ecosystems and research institutions
- Mentor junior futurists in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field with 8+ years experience
- Proven track record in strategic foresight for Fortune 500 or high-growth tech startups
- Deep expertise in exponential technology trends (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional scenario planning and systems modeling capabilities
- Published research or thought leadership on 2025-2030 technology trajectories
- Certification in Futures Methodology (e.g., CFM, CFP) preferred
- Experience with ethical AI governance frameworks (e.g., EU AI Act, NIST RMF)
- Portfolio demonstrating successful technology transition strategies