Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We seek a visionary Senior 2026 Vision Strategist to architect the future landscape of emerging technologies, market disruptors, and societal shifts. This pivotal role demands a forward-thinking leader who can translate abstract futures into actionable blueprints, driving innovation across our global portfolio. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional teams, and shape our decade-long roadmap while pioneering methodologies for horizon scanning and scenario planning.
Why Nexus? We're not just predicting the future—we're building it. Our culture celebrates intellectual curiosity, rapid prototyping, and boundary-pushing collaboration. With industry-leading R&D investments and a patent portfolio spanning quantum computing and biotechnology integration, you'll have unparalleled resources to manifest your strategic vision.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement comprehensive 2026 strategic foresight frameworks across AI, biotech, and climate tech domains
- Lead scenario-planning initiatives identifying disruptive market forces and technological inflection points
- Champion innovation sprints with R&D teams to prototype future-state solutions
- Present strategic narratives to executive stakeholders and board members with data-driven confidence
- Establish KPIs for future-readiness and track evolution of emerging technology adoption curves
- Manage horizon scanning ecosystem including academic partnerships and startup incubators
- Author thought leadership publications positioning Nexus as the 2026 innovation benchmark
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation management, or future-focused consulting
- Expertise in technology trend analysis (quantum, AGI, synthetic biology) with proven impact
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent technical discipline
- Portfolio demonstrating successful 5+ year strategic roadmaps with measurable outcomes
- Certification in scenario planning (e.g., Shell Methodology) or futures research
- Experience leading cross-functional teams across global matrix organizations
- Exceptional storytelling abilities translating complex futures into compelling narratives
- Published thought leadership in top-tier innovation or strategy publications