Job Description
Join the vanguard of tomorrow as a Futurist Innovation Strategist at Horizon Dynamics Group. We're seeking a visionary thinker to architect our roadmap for 2026 and beyond, transforming cutting-edge concepts into tangible business advantages. In this pivotal role, you'll decode emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions to position our organization at the forefront of innovation.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and strategic foresight. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop future-proof strategies, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and cultivate an ecosystem of disruptive thinkers. This isn't just about predicting trends—it's about creating them.
Responsibilities
- Architect 3-5 year strategic vision aligned with 2026 technological and societal forecasts
- Lead scenario planning workshops for quantum computing, AI ethics, and biotech convergence
- Develop patent-able innovation frameworks for emerging markets
- Partner with R&D to commercialize breakthrough technologies
- Present future trend analyses to executive stakeholders and investors
- Build and mentor an internal futurist think tank
- Produce annual 'Horizon Scan' reports for industry publication
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 7+ years in innovation strategy at Fortune 500 or tech unicorn
- Published thought leadership on exponential technologies
- Deep expertise in AI governance, quantum applications, or neurotech
- Proven track record of commercializing futuristic concepts
- Experience with scenario planning using Delphi or Horizon Scanning methods
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., MFML) preferred