Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect the next frontier of human advancement. This pivotal role merges foresight analysis with actionable strategy, guiding our organization through unprecedented technological and societal shifts. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to decode emerging trends, develop 3-5 year roadmaps, and position Nexus Horizon as the industry's thought leader in the 2026 landscape.
Our Austin-based hub offers a dynamic environment where your insights will directly influence billion-dollar decisions. We provide competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and access to cutting-edge research resources. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your moment to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis for 2026+ technological, economic, and social paradigms
- Develop comprehensive strategic frameworks integrating AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Present foresight findings to executive leadership and board committees with data-driven narratives
- Collaborate with R&D teams to translate future scenarios into innovation pipelines
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote presentations at global forums
- Establish cross-functional future-readiness protocols across all business units
- Mentor junior strategists in foresight methodologies and scenario planning
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futurology, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- Minimum 7 years experience in strategic planning with Fortune 500 or tech innovation firms
- Expertise in scenario planning, Delphi methodology, and trend impact analysis
- Proven track record of publishing forward-looking industry insights
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional data visualization skills using advanced analytics platforms
- Experience presenting to C-suite executives and investment committees
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-strategy implementation