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Senior Futurist & Innovation Strategist

Nexus Horizons
Austin
Estimated Salary
USD 180.000 – USD 250.000
Live Update
29 Juni 2026
Deadline
29 Jun 2027

Job Description

Join Nexus Horizons at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends, architect innovative strategies, and guide our organization into 2026 and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy, requiring a unique blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation labs, and shape the future of sustainable technology ecosystems. Our culture rewards curiosity, embraces calculated risks, and offers unparalleled opportunities to impact global industries.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze global megatrends, technological disruptions, and socio-economic shifts to forecast industry impacts through 2030
  • Develop strategic roadmaps for emerging technologies including quantum computing, biotech convergence, and AI ethics frameworks
  • Lead innovation sprints with R&D teams to prototype future-facing solutions for Fortune 500 partners
  • Design and execute foresight workshops for executive leadership on scenario planning and risk mitigation
  • Author thought leadership publications on sustainable innovation and human-centric technology adoption
  • Manage a $5M innovation portfolio with measurable ROI for future-proofing initiatives

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in strategy consulting, futures research, or corporate innovation with proven track record
  • Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or relevant technical field (PhD preferred)
  • Deep expertise in at least three emerging tech domains: quantum, synthetic biology, or decentralized systems
  • Published author or keynote speaker at global innovation conferences (TED, Davos, etc.)
  • Proficiency in foresight methodologies: horizon scanning, Delphi studies, and causal layered analysis
  • Experience leading cross-cultural teams across three+ continents with measurable innovation outcomes
  • Portfolio showcasing 3+ successful future-strategy implementations with measurable business impact

Required Skills

Foresight Methodologies Strategic Innovation Technology Forecasting Systems Thinking Scenario Planning Causal Layered Analysis Quantum Computing Synthetic Biology AI Ethics Cross-Cultural Leadership

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