Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's breakthroughs. We're seeking a visionary Future Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and drive transformative initiatives that will redefine industries. This role merges cutting-edge foresight with actionable execution, requiring a blend of analytical rigor and creative disruption. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and cross-functional teams to pioneer solutions for emerging challenges in AI, sustainability, and human augmentation. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity and bold experimentation.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 innovation framework, aligning with long-term corporate vision
- Lead scenario planning for disruptive technologies including quantum computing and neuro-interfaces
- Manage cross-functional sprints to prototype and validate future-facing products
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and tech incubators
- Analyze global megatrends to identify market opportunities and competitive threats
- Present innovation roadmaps to executive leadership and external stakeholders
- Mentor a team of futurists and innovation specialists
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of launching successful future-focused initiatives
- Expertise in emerging tech trends (AI, biotech, Web3) and ethical implications
- Advanced degree in Strategic Foresight, Business Innovation, or related field
- Exceptional data storytelling skills with experience in scenario modeling
- Deep understanding of global innovation ecosystems and regulatory landscapes
- Certification in Futures Studies or Innovation Management preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating strategic foresight projects or published thought leadership