Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role combines cutting-edge technology foresight with business strategy to shape our product roadmap and competitive landscape. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify emerging trends, develop future scenarios, and drive R&D initiatives that will redefine industries.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, with a proven ability to translate complex future possibilities into actionable plans. If you're passionate about creating the future and possess deep expertise in emerging technologies, we invite you to pioneer the next wave of innovation with us.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal trends to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for strategic decision-making and risk mitigation
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future innovation priorities
- Create whitepapers and thought leadership content positioning company as 2026 innovation leader
- Design and oversee R&D initiatives for breakthrough products/services targeting 2026 release
- Partner with product teams to integrate future insights into 3-5 year roadmaps
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems and competitive disruption signals
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Innovation Management, Technology Strategy, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or corporate R&D leadership
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies and their societal implications
- Proven track record of developing future scenarios and translating to business strategy
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to articulate complex futures to diverse audiences
- Experience with scenario planning frameworks (e.g., Delphi method, horizon scanning)
- Strong analytical skills with ability to synthesize disparate data points into coherent narratives
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation strategy preferred