Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Innovations Group to architect the future. We seek a 2026 Futurist & Innovation Strategist to map emerging trends, drive disruptive R&D, and position our organization at the forefront of next-generation technologies. This role blends cutting-edge foresight with actionable strategy, ensuring we're not just prepared for 2026 but actively shaping it.
As a thought leader, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and translate complex technological shifts into market-ready opportunities. If you thrive at the intersection of quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable futures, this is your defining moment.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify 2026-relevant trends in AI, biotech, and climate tech
- Develop 5-year innovation roadmaps aligned with organizational vision
- Facilitate executive workshops on future-proofing strategies
- Manage R&D partnerships with emerging tech startups
- Produce trend reports and scenario-planning frameworks
- Drive cross-functional innovation sprints for prototype development
- Represent company at global futurism forums and tech summits
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Futurism, Innovation Management, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight or corporate innovation roles
- Expertise in emerging technologies (quantum, generative AI, AR/VR)
- Published thought leadership on 2026+ industry trends
- Proficiency in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Experience leading cross-functional innovation teams
- Certification in Foresight or Strategic Planning preferred