Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons as we architect the future. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to lead our 2026 Innovation Lab, where cutting-edge technology meets human-centric design. This pivotal role shapes our strategic roadmap for the next decade, blending foresight with actionable innovation.
Why Nexus Horizons? We're a B-Corp certified tech pioneer with 15+ years of disrupting industries through sustainable solutions. Our Austin headquarters features a 40,000 sq ft innovation campus with biophilic design and state-of-the-art R&D facilities.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 strategic foresight frameworks for emerging tech ecosystems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions (AI, quantum computing, bio-integration)
- Produce trend reports and scenario analyses for C-suite and board stakeholders
- Collaborate with MIT Media Lab and Stanford d.school on future-shaping initiatives
- Manage $2M+ innovation budget with measurable ROI on future-focused projects
- Curate annual FutureCon summit featuring Nobel laureates and industry pioneers
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation management, or emerging tech R&D
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or equivalent experience
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed futurist journals (e.g., Future Studies Quarterly)
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (Horizon Scanning, Delphi Analysis, Scenario Planning)
- Track record of commercializing futuristic technologies ($50M+ product launches)
- Certification in Quantum Computing Architecture or Bio-Innovation preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ paradigm-shifting projects implemented