Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect 2026's technological and societal paradigms. This pivotal role blends foresight research with actionable strategy, driving our next-gen innovation ecosystem.
As a thought leader, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to anticipate disruptive trends, validate emerging technologies, and roadmap breakthrough solutions. Your insights will directly influence product development, market positioning, and organizational transformation.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research to identify emerging technologies and societal shifts through 2026
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for product innovation and market expansion
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable R&D priorities
- Produce high-impact trend reports and innovation roadmaps for executive stakeholders
- Partner with venture capital arm to evaluate and integrate frontier technologies
- Spearhead thought leadership initiatives at global innovation conferences
- Mentor innovation teams on future-proofing methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology research
- Proven expertise in emerging tech: quantum computing, synthetic biology, AGI ethics
- Track record of translating future scenarios into commercial strategies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent field
- Exceptional storytelling and visualization skills for complex concepts
- Deep network with futurist communities and tech innovation labs
- Experience advising Fortune 500 executives on innovation strategy
- Portfolio of published trend analyses or scenario-planning projects