Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Group as a 2026 Futurist & Strategic Innovation Lead to architect tomorrow's solutions today. We're seeking a visionary strategist to decode emerging trends, pioneer next-gen technologies, and transform foresight into actionable business frameworks. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative vision to position our organization at the forefront of the 2026 digital landscape.
In this high-impact position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, cross-functional innovation labs, and global research partners to develop predictive models, scenario-planning protocols, and disruptive roadmaps. Your insights will directly shape our product evolution, market positioning, and long-term sustainability initiatives in an era of exponential technological change.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain proprietary foresight frameworks for 2026 technology convergence (AI, quantum computing, biotech, etc.)
- Lead scenario-planning workshops to model disruptive futures and organizational resilience strategies
- Drive innovation sprints with R&D teams to prototype 2026-ready solutions
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and emerging tech startups
- Translate foresight insights into executive-ready reports and product roadmaps
- Mentor cross-functional teams in future-thinking methodologies and trend literacy
- Author thought leadership content for industry summits and white papers
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of translating trend analysis into market-ready innovations
- Expertise in horizon scanning, Delphi methodology, and probabilistic modeling
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI/ML, blockchain, quantum, neurotech)
- Exceptional storytelling skills for complex future scenarios
- Published work in foresight journals or industry publications
- Experience with global futures networks (WFSF, APF, etc.)