Job Description
Join NextGen Horizons Inc. as a 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect the technological landscape of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary professional to anticipate and prepare for disruptive innovations that will redefine industries by 2026. You'll lead cross-functional initiatives, conduct cutting-edge trend analysis, and develop actionable roadmaps for our R&D division. This role combines strategic foresight with hands-on implementation in a dynamic, award-winning environment.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of emerging technologies and market disruption, leveraging data-driven insights to shape organizational strategy. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, pioneer new methodologies, and represent our brand at global tech forums. If you're passionate about shaping the future and possess an unyielding curiosity for what's next, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and forecast their 2026 market impact
- Develop strategic roadmaps for R&D investments and innovation portfolios
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-generation solutions
- Present foresight insights to executive leadership and board stakeholders
- Partner with product teams to integrate future-focused capabilities into current offerings
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote at industry conferences
- Monitor global regulatory shifts affecting tech adoption timelines
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of predicting tech trends with documented impact
- Advanced degree in Technology Forecasting, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Expertise in scenario planning methodologies and horizon scanning
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (blockchain, AGI, nanotech)
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling capabilities
- Certification in Foresight Methodology (preferred)
- Published research on technological disruption (required)