Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist & Innovation Strategist to architect our next decade of breakthroughs. This role demands a pioneer who can decode emerging trends, design transformative roadmaps, and lead cross-disciplinary teams to turn sci-fi concepts into commercial reality. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global partners to shape industries before they exist.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, with a proven track record of predicting market shifts and launching category-defining innovations. This is your opportunity to build the future, not just react to it.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026-2030 innovation roadmaps for AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives identifying disruptive technologies and societal shifts
- Design and validate proof-of-concepts for next-gen products/services
- Partner with R&D to translate speculative science into viable business models
- Present future scenarios to stakeholders and secure executive buy-in
- Mentor cross-functional teams in future-thinking methodologies
- Publish thought leadership on emerging trends and their implications
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, R&D leadership, or futurist consulting
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Proven track record of launching market-defining innovations
- Advanced degree in Technology, Business, or Future Studies
- Exceptional systems thinking and scenario planning capabilities
- Experience building innovation ecosystems with academia and industry
- Strong presentation skills for executive audiences and global forums