Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons Inc at the forefront of shaping tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge foresight with actionable business strategy to transform emerging technologies into market-leading opportunities. You'll work with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to pioneer solutions that redefine industries. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, collaborative disruption, and relentless innovation. If you're passionate about translating tomorrow's possibilities into today's competitive advantages, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026+ strategic foresight frameworks using horizon scanning, scenario planning, and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype and validate breakthrough concepts
- Collaborate with R&D to align emerging tech (AI, quantum, bio) with market needs
- Present strategic insights to executive stakeholders and Board of Directors
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions, startups, and global think tanks
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote industry events
- Mentor a team of innovation analysts and futurists
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record translating futuristic concepts into commercialized solutions
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology) and their societal impacts
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field
- Exceptional storytelling and data visualization skills for complex concepts
- Experience leading high-stakes innovation initiatives in Fortune 500 environments
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFIP) strongly preferred