Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs as a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect tomorrow's innovations today. We're seeking a forward-thinking pioneer to decode emerging trends and transform foresight into actionable strategies that will define the next decade. This role sits at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market evolution, requiring an exceptional blend of analytical rigor and creative intuition. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to build roadmaps that position our organization at the vanguard of industry disruption. If you thrive in ambiguity and possess an insatiable curiosity about what's next, this is your moment to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and publish annual 2026 trend reports analyzing technological, social, and economic disruptions
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for 5-10 year strategic horizons
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed future-thinking into product roadmaps
- Build quantitative models forecasting adoption trajectories of emerging technologies
- Advise executive leadership on disruptive threats and market evolution
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Mentor junior futurists and cultivate foresight methodologies across the organization
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, innovation, or futurism with Fortune 500 exposure
- Proven track record of developing long-range strategic frameworks
- Expertise in AI, quantum computing, biotech, or climate tech domains
- Advanced degree in strategic foresight, economics, or related field
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications
- Proficiency in strategic modeling tools (e.g., scenario planning software)
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive stakeholders
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-oriented initiatives