Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Futurist to architect our next-generation strategic roadmap. This role merges cutting-edge technology foresight with actionable business strategy, driving our position as industry pioneers in AI integration, sustainable tech, and human-machine collaboration. You'll lead cross-functional initiatives in our state-of-the-art San Francisco hub, collaborating with quantum computing researchers, biotech pioneers, and ethical AI architects.
We offer unparalleled growth opportunities, competitive equity packages, and the chance to shape humanity's technological trajectory. Our dynamic culture values intellectual curiosity, rapid prototyping, and moonshot thinking.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-10 year strategic innovation roadmaps using horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify emerging technology opportunities
- Quantify market potential for breakthrough technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Partner with C-suite to integrate futuristic insights into corporate strategy
- Author white papers on 2026 technology implications for industry verticals
- Mentor junior futurists in emerging research methodologies
- Establish KPIs for innovation pipeline maturity and adoption
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech R&D leadership
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or relevant technical field
- Proven track record translating future scenarios into executable business strategies
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (AI, biotech, quantum, etc.)
- Exceptional data visualization and scenario planning capabilities
- Certification in Futures Methodology (e.g., CFTR) preferred
- Experience presenting to executive boards and investor groups
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications