Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Lead to architect breakthrough strategies for our emerging tech portfolio. This pivotal role demands a blend of predictive analytics, creative foresight, and cross-industry synthesis to transform speculative concepts into market-ready solutions.
You'll collaborate with quantum computing labs, AI research centers, and sustainable energy pioneers to develop roadmaps for the next technological paradigm shift. If you thrive at the intersection of science fiction and scientific reality, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026 technology roadmaps using predictive modeling and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify and prioritize emerging opportunities
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype next-gen solutions (AI ethics, quantum applications, climate tech)
- Deliver strategic briefings to C-suite on disruptive market shifts
- Curate innovation pipelines with 3-5 year horizon planning
- Establish KPI frameworks for measuring future-readiness metrics
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent discipline
- 7+ years in innovation strategy or technology foresight roles
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Portfolio demonstrating successful tech-to-market transitions
- Proficiency in AI/ML tools for trend prediction
- Published research or thought leadership on emerging technologies
- Certification in Futures Thinking (preferred)