Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations as we redefine tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to architect our next-generation innovation roadmap. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with market disruption, shaping how humanity interacts with technology in the coming decade.
You'll lead cross-functional teams in developing forward-looking frameworks, analyzing emerging tech paradigms, and translating speculative concepts into actionable business strategies. Ideal candidates thrive at the intersection of foresight, data science, and executive leadership.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 innovation ecosystem strategy
- Lead horizon scanning for disruptive technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Design scenario-planning models for market transformation
- Collaborate with R&D teams on prototype development
- Present strategic insights to C-suite and board members
- Establish industry partnerships for future technology adoption
- Monitor geopolitical/socioeconomic shifts affecting tech landscapes
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning or innovation leadership
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology, or Business
- Proven track record in emerging technology adoption
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis
- Experience with AI/ML-driven forecasting tools
- Executive-level presentation and communication skills
- Published research in technology or futurism (preferred)