Job Description
Join Nexus Forward at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect breakthrough solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role merges deep technological foresight with business strategy, guiding our organization through exponential change. You'll work with C-suite executives to identify emerging paradigms, develop future-proof roadmaps, and lead cross-functional teams in executing transformative initiatives. If you thrive at the intersection of AI, biotech, and sustainability while shaping what's next, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain 5-year strategic foresight frameworks for exponential technologies
- Lead scenario planning workshops for C-suite and key stakeholders
- Identify and evaluate emerging market disruptions across verticals
- Design innovation pipelines aligned with 2026 industry projections
- Collaborate with R&D to prototype next-generation solutions
- Present future outlooks at industry conferences and investor forums
- Mentor junior futurists and build strategic foresight capabilities
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting or corporate innovation leadership
- Proven track record in exponential technology trend analysis
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Deep expertise in AI/ML, quantum computing, or biotech convergence
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation strategy
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (preferred)
- Experience building innovation ecosystems in Fortune 500 environments