Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons Inc. as a Senior Futurist - 2026 Vision Lead and architect tomorrow's reality today. We're seeking a visionary strategist to decode emerging trends, design transformative roadmaps, and position our organization at the forefront of 2026's technological and societal shifts. This pivotal role blends deep analytical rigor with creative foresight to shape products, policies, and paradigms for a rapidly evolving future.
At Nexus Horizons, we don't predict the future – we create it. Our Austin-based innovation hub empowers leaders to turn uncertainty into opportunity through cutting-edge scenario planning, AI-driven trend analysis, and cross-industry collaboration. This is your chance to impact how humanity navigates the next frontier of innovation.
Responsibilities
- Develop and publish 2026 Strategic Horizon Scenarios integrating AI, biotech, climate resilience, and quantum computing trends
- Lead C-Suite advisory sessions translating complex foresight data into actionable business strategies
- Design innovation incubation frameworks for emerging technologies with 3-5 year market impact
- Collaborate with R&D teams to future-proof product roadmaps against disruptive shifts
- Establish global foresight networks with academic institutions and industry pioneers
- Present executive briefings on paradigm-altering developments (e.g., AGI, climate engineering)
- Author 2026 Trend Impact Reports used by Fortune 500 boards and government agencies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future planning roles
- Proven expertise in scenario planning methodologies (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or Technology Strategy
- Portfolio demonstrating published trend forecasts that materialized within 3±1 years
- AI/ML literacy with experience in predictive analytics for market evolution
- Executive presence with experience briefing C-suite and board-level stakeholders
- Certification in Horizon Scanning or Technology Assessment (e.g., WFS, APF)