Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Innovations Inc. to shape the future by 2026. We're seeking a Futurist & Innovation Strategist to lead our research into emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions. This pivotal role requires a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to develop actionable strategies that position our company at the forefront of innovation.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify breakthrough opportunities and mitigate future risks. Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, embraces exponential technologies, and possesses the ability to translate complex scenarios into competitive advantages.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal trends through 2026
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating AI, biotech, quantum computing, and sustainable innovations
- Present future scenarios to executive leadership with data-driven recommendations
- Partner with product teams to embed foresight into innovation pipelines
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry experts
- Produce annual 'Future State' reports for board and stakeholder audiences
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused R&D
- Proven track record of translating trends into commercial opportunities
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling skills for communicating complex scenarios
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership in futurism/innovation publications
- Experience with scenario planning methodologies (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)