Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality today. Horizon Innovations seeks a visionary Futurist Strategist to lead our groundbreaking 2026 Initiative—a mission to redefine human potential through AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech ecosystems. Join our elite team of pioneers at the intersection of science and imagination.
Why This Role? You'll architect the next decade of innovation while collaborating with Nobel laureates, space engineers, and AI ethicists. This isn't just a job—it's your chance to build the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop 10-year strategic roadmaps for emerging technologies (quantum AI, neural interfaces, climate tech)
- Lead cross-disciplinary workshops with NASA, MIT, and UN futurists
- Produce 'Future State' reports for Fortune 500 clients on 2026 societal shifts
- Design ethical frameworks for autonomous systems and biotech integration
- Secure $50M+ in R&D grants from NSF, DARPA, and private foundations
- Mentor PhD candidates in our Future Studies accelerator program
- Present keynotes at Davos, TED, and Global Technology Summits
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or equivalent strategic foresight certification
- 8+ years in technology strategy with 3+ at Fortune 500/Big Tech
- Published author in peer-reviewed futurism journals (e.g., Technological Forecasting)
- Expertise in scenario planning using Delphi methods and AI-driven horizon scanning
- Portfolio of implemented future-proofing strategies for global enterprises
- Security clearance (Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information preferred)
- Fluency in Python, R, and strategic visualization tools (Tableau, Causal Map)