Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our 2026 roadmap. This pivotal role blends analytical rigor with creative foresight to position us as industry pioneers. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, drive innovation labs, and shape our next-generation products while influencing global tech policy discussions.
Our dynamic San Francisco headquarters offers unparalleled resources, including quantum computing labs and an AI ethics consortium. We provide comprehensive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and dedicated innovation time to fuel your breakthrough thinking.
Responsibilities
- Anticipate and analyze global technology, societal, and economic trends impacting 2026 markets
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks for emerging domains (quantum computing, neurotech, climate AI)
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-focused solutions
- Deliver executive briefings on disruptive threats and opportunities
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and policy think tanks
- Author thought leadership positioning Nexus as a 2026 industry authority
- Mentor junior strategists in future forecasting methodologies
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Policy, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record in forecasting emerging tech adoption patterns
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of geopolitical and socioeconomic drivers of change
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex insights
- Experience with AI-driven trend analysis and predictive modeling tools
- Published thought leadership in futures or technology journals