Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Group at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Strategic Innovation Lead to decode emerging trends and architect our 2026 roadmap. This role blends deep technological foresight with strategic execution to transform future possibilities into market realities. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to pioneer breakthrough initiatives while leading a cross-disciplinary team of innovators.
What You'll Achieve:
• Shape our 2026-2030 strategic vision through horizon scanning and trend analysis
• Translate complex future scenarios into actionable innovation roadmaps
• Lead high-impact projects in quantum computing, biotech convergence, and AI ethics
• Build executive-level partnerships with Silicon Valley's premier tech ecosystems
• Mentor next-generation futurists through our Future Leaders Program
Responsibilities
- Conduct quarterly horizon scanning across 15+ emerging technology domains
- Develop patent-pending frameworks for predicting market disruptions by 2026
- Lead annual Innovation Sprints with $5M+ budgets for prototype development
- Present strategic briefings to Fortune 500 clients on future-proofing their organizations
- Architect our 'Future of Work' initiative for 50,000+ employees
- Collaborate with MIT Media Lab and Stanford Institute for Human-Centered AI
- Author quarterly 'Horizon Report' circulated to 2,000+ industry leaders
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 7+ years experience in corporate innovation or strategic consulting
- Proven track record of launching tech products with $10M+ revenue impact
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (quantum, AGI, synthetic biology)
- Published thought leadership in Harvard Business Review or MIT Sloan
- Fluency in scenario planning methodologies (e.g., Shell Two Loops)
- Strong network with DARPA, NASA, and World Economic Forum futurists
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., MFSc from University of Houston)