Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Innovations Inc. as we pioneer the next frontier of human progress. We seek a forward-thinking Futurist & Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends, technologies, and societal shifts that will define 2026 and beyond. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to shape our innovation roadmap. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global thought leaders to transform futuristic insights into actionable strategies. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business evolution, this is your moment to impact the future.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify disruptive technologies and market paradigms through 2026
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for exponential growth opportunities
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing solutions
- Author white papers and executive briefings on emerging megatrends
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Design and facilitate strategic foresight workshops for leadership teams
- Monitor geopolitical shifts and their implications on industry evolution
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field
- 7+ years experience in innovation strategy, R&D, or futurist consulting
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Proven track record of developing multi-year innovation roadmaps
- Exceptional storytelling and data visualization skills for complex concepts
- Experience with scenario planning and strategic foresight methodologies
- Portfolio demonstrating trend analysis and future-shaping initiatives