Job Description
Join NextGen Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative strategies for 2026 and beyond. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to navigate technological disruptions, market shifts, and societal evolution, ensuring our leadership in an accelerating future.
Why Join Us? Be part of an elite team shaping the next decade of innovation. Enjoy cutting-edge resources, flexible hybrid work, and a culture that celebrates bold thinking.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis across AI, biotech, climate tech, and quantum computing
- Develop 5-10 year strategic roadmaps aligned with technological convergence patterns
- Lead scenario planning workshops for executive leadership and key stakeholders
- Author forward-looking white papers and thought leadership for industry conferences
- Partner with R&D teams to identify breakthrough innovation opportunities
- Analyze geopolitical and socioeconomic impacts on future business models
- Represent the company at global futurist forums and technology summits
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology trend analysis
- Expertise in systems thinking, complex adaptive systems, and scenario planning methodologies
- Proven track record of translating future insights into actionable business strategies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional communication skills with executive audiences and public speaking experience
- Portfolio demonstrating published futurist work or strategic frameworks