Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative strategies for 2026 and beyond. In this pivotal role, you'll lead cross-functional teams to anticipate technological disruptions, design future-proof roadmaps, and position our organization as the industry's thought leader. Your insights will directly shape product development, market expansion, and organizational evolution in an era of unprecedented change.
As part of our elite Innovation Strategy team, you'll collaborate with quantum computing researchers, AI ethicists, and biotechnology pioneers to synthesize complex data into actionable intelligence. This is a rare opportunity to define the future while building tangible solutions that impact millions.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across 15+ emerging technology domains (quantum AI, neurotech, climate tech)
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for 2026-2030 market evolution
- Present visionary insights to C-suite executives and external stakeholders
- Architect innovation roadmaps aligned with 5-year corporate vision
- Manage cross-functional incubation labs for breakthrough initiatives
- Publish industry-defining whitepapers and thought leadership content
- Advise product teams on future-proof feature development
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or advanced R&D
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial strategies
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Exceptional systems thinking and scenario planning capabilities
- Published thought leadership in top-tier industry publications
- Experience leading global innovation teams across multiple sectors
- Certification in Foresight Methodologies (e.g., from Association of Professional Futurists)