Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs as we architect the future. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to lead our next-generation product roadmap and identify disruptive technologies that will redefine industries by 2026. This role sits at the intersection of emerging tech, market analysis, and strategic foresight, requiring a blend of creative thinking and data-driven decision-making. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate future trends into actionable initiatives while maintaining our position as industry pioneers.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis for emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) through 2026
- Develop strategic frameworks for product innovation aligned with 5-10 year market evolution
- Lead scenario-planning workshops to anticipate disruptive market shifts
- Partner with R&D teams to validate feasibility of futuristic concepts
- Present strategic recommendations to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Build competitive intelligence systems for emerging markets
- Establish KPIs for long-term innovation initiatives
Qualifications
- 8+ years in innovation strategy, product development, or technology forecasting
- Proven track record of developing 5+ year strategic roadmaps
- Expertise in emerging technologies and market disruption patterns
- Advanced degree in Business, Technology, or Futures Studies preferred
- Experience with scenario planning and foresight methodologies
- Strong data analysis and quantitative modeling skills
- Exceptional communication with ability to articulate complex concepts
- Portfolio demonstrating successful innovation initiatives