Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. This pivotal role merges technological foresight with human-centric innovation, ensuring our organization thrives in the rapidly evolving landscape of 2026 and beyond.
As a key member of our Innovation Lab, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global thought leaders to shape sustainable business models, disruptive technologies, and market-defining strategies. Your insights will directly influence product development, investment decisions, and organizational evolution.
Responsibilities
- Forecast emerging technological and societal trends through 2026+ horizon scanning
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for disruptive market shifts
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-ready solutions
- Produce strategic whitepapers and trend briefings for executive stakeholders
- Champion sustainability and ethical tech integration in product roadmaps
- Build and maintain an external network of futurists and domain experts
- Quantify future market opportunities through data-driven analysis
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging tech research
- Proven expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and technology forecasting
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Business Strategy, or related field
- Deep understanding of AI, quantum computing, biotech, and climate tech trajectories
- Exceptional storytelling skills to translate complex insights into actionable strategies
- Experience with horizon scanning methodologies (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-focused initiatives