Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect breakthrough solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role blends deep technological foresight with business acumen to shape our product roadmap and strategic initiatives. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify paradigm shifts in AI, quantum computing, biotechnology, and sustainable systems. If you thrive at the intersection of imagination and execution, this is your moment to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global technology trends, market signals, and socio-political shifts to forecast disruptive innovations through 2030
- Develop strategic frameworks for product development and market entry in emerging sectors
- Lead cross-functional workshops to ideate future scenarios and validate hypotheses with data
- Partner with engineering teams to prototype solutions for next-generation challenges
- Author thought leadership publications and present findings at industry summits
- Advise executive leadership on long-term strategic pivots and resource allocation
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging tech R&D
- Proven track record of developing and implementing future-focused strategies
- Expertise in at least two domains: AI/ML, quantum computing, synthetic biology, or climate tech
- Strong analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights
- Exceptional communication skills for executive presentations and stakeholder alignment
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, Business Strategy, or related field
- Published research or patents in emerging technologies preferred