Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We seek a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect groundbreaking solutions for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to navigate the complexities of exponential technologies. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to transform future insights into actionable strategies that redefine industries.
At Horizon, we thrive at the intersection of quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable innovation. Our culture rewards bold thinking and rewards those who dare to reimagine what's possible. If you're passionate about shaping the future and possess an insatiable curiosity for what lies ahead, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026-2030
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating quantum computing, biotechnology, and AI governance frameworks
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate future scenarios into product innovation pipelines
- Author thought leadership publications and present at global tech conferences
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype solutions for emerging market needs
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
- Advise executive leadership on long-term risk mitigation and opportunity capture
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech R&D leadership
- Expertise in exponential technologies (quantum, AI, synthetic biology) and their societal implications
- Proven track record of translating future insights into commercialized innovations
- Exceptional systems thinking with ability to model complex global scenarios
- Published author or frequent keynote speaker on future trends
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (Delphi, scenario planning, weak signal detection)
- Fluency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and trend analysis platforms