Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist to decode emerging technologies, market shifts, and societal trends that will redefine industries by 2026. This pivotal role blends strategic foresight with actionable innovation, shaping our product roadmap and client partnerships in an era of exponential change.
Why Nexus Horizons? We're a boutique consultancy specializing in future-proofing Fortune 500 enterprises through predictive analytics, scenario planning, and disruptive innovation frameworks. Our team comprises former NASA futurists, AI ethics researchers, and sustainable technology pioneers.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning for 2026 technology inflection points across quantum computing, bio-digital convergence, and climate tech
- Develop predictive models and scenario roadmaps for C-suite stakeholders
- Facilitate cross-functional innovation workshops with engineering, product, and design teams
- Author quarterly '2026 Tech Pulse' reports for executive decision-making
- Partner with R&D to prototype future-facing solutions using emerging tools
- Advose on ethical implications of disruptive technologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven expertise in technology forecasting methodologies (Delphi, Horizon Scanning)
- Deep knowledge of at least two emerging tech domains (quantum/AI/synthetic biology)
- Executive presentation experience with Fortune 500 clients
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Published thought leadership in tech foresight platforms
- Proficiency in AI-driven trend analysis tools (e.g., GPT-4, Trendalyzer)