Job Description
Shape tomorrow's landscape today as Nexus Innovations Group seeks a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to drive our next-generation innovation roadmap. In this pivotal role, you'll analyze emerging trends, develop forward-looking frameworks, and align organizational strategy with the technological and societal shifts anticipated by 2026. Join our elite team of futurists, data scientists, and industry disruptors to transform abstract possibilities into tangible business advantages.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning for 2026-relevant trends in AI, biotech, climate tech, and quantum computing
- Develop and maintain dynamic scenario-planning models for 5-10 year strategic windows
- Collaborate with C-suite to translate foresight into actionable R&D priorities
- Design and execute quarterly innovation workshops with cross-functional stakeholders
- Produce white papers and thought leadership on future-of-work implications
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and future-focused think tanks
- Monitor geopolitical and regulatory shifts affecting 2026 technology adoption
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or tech R&D leadership
- Proven track record in trend analysis and scenario planning methodologies
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI/ML, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling skills for complex concepts
- Experience with horizon scanning frameworks (e.g., Delphi method, STEEP analysis)
- Published thought leadership on future-of-work or technology evolution