Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. Shape how humanity adapts to exponential technological shifts while driving sustainable innovation ecosystems. This role bridges speculative foresight with actionable strategy, requiring you to decode emerging trends across biotech, quantum computing, and climate tech.
As a cornerstone of our executive team, you'll influence multi-billion-dollar decisions while mentoring next-generation innovators. Enjoy unparalleled autonomy in a culture that prizes intellectual courage and paradigm-shifting thinking.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain 2026+ strategic foresight frameworks for exponential technology convergence
- Lead scenario planning workshops for C-suite executives on disruptive market shifts
- Partner with R&D teams to commercialize emerging technologies in quantum and synthetic biology
- Author white papers on sustainable futures for global policy summits
- Build innovation pipelines with venture partners and academic institutions
- Lead cross-functional sprints to prototype future-ready business models
- Mentor internal 'Future Scouts' program for talent development
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging technology strategy
- Deep expertise in at least two of: quantum computing, synthetic biology, or climate tech
- Proven track record of translating future scenarios into commercial opportunities
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed futurist journals
- Experience advising Fortune 500 boards on disruption preparedness
- Portfolio of implemented innovation strategies with measurable ROI