Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We seek a visionary Strategic Futurist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to anticipate technological, societal, and market shifts. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to transform insights into actionable strategies that position us as industry pioneers. If you thrive at the intersection of data-driven prediction and human-centric innovation, this is your opportunity to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive opportunities and threats through 2026
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for long-term strategic decision-making
- Partner with R&D teams to prioritize innovation pipelines aligned with future market needs
- Present strategic foresight findings to executive stakeholders and cross-functional teams
- Monitor emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) for integration potential
- Author quarterly futurist reports and roadmap documents
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Planning, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-oriented planning
- Proven expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and systems thinking
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive-level experience
- Strong quantitative and qualitative research capabilities
- Deep understanding of emerging tech landscapes and societal megatrends
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., from Association of Professional Futurists) highly valued