Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons Group as a Senior Futurist to architect tomorrow's reality today. We're seeking visionary thinkers to decode emerging trends and build actionable roadmaps for 2026. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic foresight, requiring you to anticipate technological, social, and economic shifts that will define the next decade. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and publish proprietary trend reports that influence global industry trajectories.
Our Austin hub offers a dynamic environment where your insights will directly shape corporate strategy and product development. We provide competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and access to exclusive industry conferences. If you're passionate about transforming foresight into competitive advantage, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026
- Develop quantifiable future scenarios using predictive analytics and trend modeling
- Design strategic roadmaps for R&D teams to align with long-term market opportunities
- Present executive briefings translating complex futures into actionable business strategies
- Manage innovation incubators testing emerging technologies for market viability
- Author proprietary trend reports distributed to Fortune 500 partners
- Coordinate with global research networks to validate foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future studies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial outcomes
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and predictive modeling
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Published research or thought leadership in futures/innovation domains
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., CFS) preferred