Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution as our 2026 Strategic Futurist. In this visionary role, you'll architect the roadmap for technologies that will define the next decade, bridging cutting-edge innovation with market-ready solutions. We seek a visionary thinker to lead our strategic foresight initiatives, ensuring our position as the industry's pioneer in emerging technologies. This is your chance to shape the future of human-machine interaction, sustainable tech, and digital transformation.
Responsibilities
- Lead comprehensive horizon scanning for disruptive technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) with 2026 market impact
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligning emerging trends with business objectives
- Conduct stakeholder workshops to translate future scenarios into actionable R&D priorities
- Produce annual 'Future State' reports with data-driven forecasts and risk assessments
- Collaborate with C-suite to integrate foresight into corporate strategy and investment decisions
- Manage cross-functional innovation sprints prototyping 2026-viable solutions
- Represent company at global futurist forums and tech summits
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of successful technology commercialization with 5+ year horizons
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of emerging tech ecosystems (blockchain, AGI, sustainable tech)
- Strong data visualization and storytelling skills for complex future scenarios
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Published thought leadership in tech innovation or futurism
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFIP) preferred