Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's disruption. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. This pioneering role demands a blend of technological foresight, strategic acumen, and cross-industry synthesis to prepare our organization for the seismic shifts of the mid-2020s. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to anticipate paradigm shifts in AI, biotechnology, and quantum computing while translating complex future scenarios into actionable business strategies.
Responsibilities
- Analyze macroeconomic, technological, and societal trends to forecast 2026 industry disruptions
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for exponential technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology, AGI)
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align departments on future-readiness initiatives
- Produce annual '2026 Horizon Report' with actionable strategic recommendations
- Build partnerships with research institutions and innovation labs for trend validation
- Advose executive team on ethical implications of emerging technologies
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging tech analysis
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech) adoption curves
- Proven track record of translating future trends into enterprise strategy
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Strategic Foresight (preferred)
- Experience with scenario modeling tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis)
- Exceptional communication skills for presenting complex concepts to diverse stakeholders
- Published thought leadership on technology's societal impact (portfolio required)