Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative strategies that will redefine industries by 2026. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, requiring you to anticipate paradigm shifts and guide our organization through the next wave of disruption.
Our dynamic team operates at the cutting edge of predictive analytics and scenario planning, collaborating with Fortune 500 partners to build resilient futures. You'll lead high-stakes foresight initiatives while mentoring a cross-functional team of researchers and designers. If you thrive at the nexus of imagination and execution, this is your opportunity to shape what's next.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategic foresight frameworks mapping technological and societal trends through 2026
- Lead scenario-planning workshops with C-suite executives to prepare for disruptive futures
- Author white papers and thought leadership pieces on emerging innovations (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Manage cross-functional teams of researchers, data scientists, and design strategists
- Build predictive models using advanced analytics to forecast market disruptions
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Present foresight insights to investors and board members with compelling narratives
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futurist roles
- Proven track record of developing scenario-planning methodologies for Fortune 500 clients
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- Expertise in trend analysis using AI/ML tools and predictive modeling platforms
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Published thought leadership in top-tier innovation or foresight publications
- Experience mentoring high-performing research and strategy teams
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications