Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. to shape the future of innovation. As a Futurist Innovation Strategist, you'll drive cutting-edge research and strategic initiatives that redefine industries by 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary thinker to lead our foresight division, leveraging emerging technologies and societal trends to create transformative roadmaps.
This role requires a blend of analytical rigor, creative vision, and strategic execution. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to develop future-ready frameworks that anticipate and capitalize on paradigm shifts. Our culture rewards bold thinking and offers unparalleled opportunities to leave your mark on tomorrow's innovations.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify emerging technologies and market disruptors through 2026+
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term business objectives
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to translate foresight insights into actionable R&D priorities
- Present visionary scenarios to executive leadership and external stakeholders
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry pioneers
- Author thought leadership publications on future trends and innovation strategy
- Quantify future opportunities through scenario modeling and risk assessment frameworks
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of developing and implementing future-oriented strategies
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional analytical and systems thinking abilities
- Outstanding presentation and communication skills for executive audiences
- Published work in futurism or innovation thought leadership
- Experience with horizon scanning methodologies and trend analysis tools