Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to decode emerging technologies, market shifts, and societal transformations that will redefine industries by 2026. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge research with strategic foresight to guide our organization's innovation roadmap.
As part of our elite Future Intelligence Unit, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global thought leaders to anticipate paradigm shifts and position Nexus Horizons as the architect of tomorrow's solutions. Your insights will directly influence $500M+ investment decisions and shape product ecosystems for the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal shifts to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop scenario-based strategic models for enterprise adaptation to disruptive forces
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable innovation roadmaps
- Author high-impact trend reports and predictive briefings for executive stakeholders
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, academics, and industry disruptors
- Advise product development teams on future-proofing solutions against 2026 horizons
- Represent Nexus Horizons at global futurism forums and thought leadership platforms
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurism research
- Proven track record of publishing trend analysis in peer-reviewed journals
- Expertise in scenario planning methodologies and horizon scanning techniques
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional data storytelling skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC/ SFPC) or equivalent
- Portfolio of published future scenarios or trend analysis required