Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Lead to architect our next-generation roadmap and drive paradigm-shifting solutions. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight, cross-industry expertise, and the ability to translate emerging technologies into tangible business advantages. You'll lead a multidisciplinary team pioneering breakthroughs in quantum computing, biotech convergence, and sustainable infrastructure, directly influencing how humanity evolves post-2025.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a comprehensive 2026-2030 innovation strategy aligning with global megatrends
- Lead R&D initiatives in AI ethics, climate tech, and neurointerfaces
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to integrate future-scanning into corporate DNA
- Curate partnerships with academic institutions and government labs
- Present disruption scenarios to stakeholders via immersive foresight platforms
- Mentor next-gen innovators through our Horizon Fellowship program
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation or futurist roles with Fortune 500 exposure
- Proven track record scaling breakthrough technologies from concept to market
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and systems thinking
- Advanced degree in Technology Forecasting, Futures Studies, or related field
- Published thought leadership on emerging tech implications (e.g., Nature Futures)
- Fluency in at least two future-relevant domains: quantum, synthetic biology, or climate modeling
- Certification in Foresight Methodology (e.g., CFMP preferred)