Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons as a 2026 Futurist & Innovation Strategist and shape tomorrow's reality today. We're seeking a visionary leader to decode emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions to craft our 2026 innovation roadmap. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy, ensuring we stay ahead of the curve in an exponentially evolving world.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global thought leaders to transform futuristic concepts into scalable solutions. Our dynamic Austin hub offers unparalleled resources for experimentation and implementation, backed by $2B in R&D funding. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight and execution, this is your moment to redefine industries.
Responsibilities
- Analyze exponential technology trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal patterns to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop multi-year innovation roadmaps aligned with corporate vision and sustainability goals
- Lead cross-functional 'Future Labs' to prototype and validate disruptive concepts
- Present strategic foresight findings to executive stakeholders and investor boards
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation ecosystems
- Design and implement horizon-scanning methodologies across 15+ business units
- Author thought leadership publications on 2026 industry transformation
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field; PhD preferred
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, R&D leadership, or innovation consulting
- Proven track record of translating futuristic concepts into commercial impact
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and exponential technology assessment
- Exceptional storytelling skills for complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
- Experience with agile innovation frameworks and rapid prototyping methodologies
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful futuristic strategy implementations