Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as we pioneer the frontiers of 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, architect transformative roadmaps, and position our organization at the vanguard of technological evolution. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to navigate the complex landscape of tomorrow's innovations.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global tech, societal, and economic trends to forecast 2026+ industry disruptions
- Develop strategic frameworks for integrating emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, bio-convergence)
- Collaborate with C-suite to align long-term vision with actionable 5-year roadmaps
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for future market volatility and opportunity identification
- Author thought leadership publications on 2026 workforce and technology paradigms
- Partner with R&D to incubate moonshot projects targeting 2026 commercialization
- Monitor geopolitical shifts and regulatory landscapes impacting future innovation ecosystems
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging technology strategy
- Proven track record of publishing future-focused research or scenario-planning frameworks
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI/ML, quantum, synthetic biology) adoption curves
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent technical discipline
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFSD) or comparable credential
- Experience leading cross-functional teams in Fortune 500 or high-growth tech environments
- Deep understanding of 2026 UN SDGs and global sustainability megatrends
- Exceptional storytelling ability to communicate complex futures to diverse stakeholders