Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons as we architect the future! We seek a visionary Senior Futurist to lead our 2026 strategic roadmap, driving innovation at the intersection of emerging technologies and human potential. This pivotal role demands a forward-thinking leader who can transform abstract possibilities into actionable business strategies.
In this position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to anticipate paradigm shifts, identify disruptive opportunities, and position Nexus Horizons as an industry pioneer. Your expertise will directly shape our product development, market expansion, and organizational transformation initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 strategic foresight framework, integrating AI, biotech, and quantum computing trends
- Lead cross-functional workshops to envision future scenarios and identify innovation pathways
- Produce annual Horizon Reports with data-driven predictions and risk assessments
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Present future insights to executive stakeholders and board members
- Mentor junior futurists and build the organization's foresight capabilities
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, R&D, or innovation leadership
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial success
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies (AI, Web3, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional presentation skills for executive audiences
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Futures methodologies
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation journals