Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Group at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities. We seek a visionary Strategic Futurist to architect our 2026 roadmap, transforming emerging trends into actionable strategies that redefine industries. This role blends deep analytical rigor with creative foresight to position our organization as the undisputed leader in the next technological revolution.
Why Join Us? Our cutting-edge R&D lab in San Francisco's tech epicenter offers unparalleled resources to prototype future-facing solutions. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors while enjoying competitive equity packages and unlimited professional development.
Responsibilities
- Develop and publish annual 2026 trend reports identifying disruptive technologies, market shifts, and societal transformations
- Design strategic roadmaps for product innovation aligned with 5-year future-state projections
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed foresight methodologies across engineering, marketing, and leadership teams
- Establish global partnerships with academic institutions and think tanks to pioneer future-focused research
- Create executive-level briefings translating complex future scenarios into actionable business priorities
- Oversee the development of AI-powered forecasting models for market disruption prediction
- Mentor a team of futurists and innovation specialists to cultivate next-generation strategic thinkers
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- Minimum 7 years experience in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futures research
- Proven track record of developing and implementing multi-year future-focused strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex concepts for diverse audiences
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful future-state transformations for Fortune 500 companies