Job Description
Are you a visionary thinker passionate about shaping the future? Horizon Dynamics Inc. seeks a Lead Futurist & Innovation Strategist to architect our roadmap for 2026 and beyond. Join our elite team at the forefront of technological evolution, where you'll transform emerging trends into groundbreaking innovations that redefine industries.
In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to identify paradigm-shifting technologies, forecast market disruptions, and develop proactive strategies that position us as pioneers in the next wave of human advancement. If you thrive at the intersection of AI, biotechnology, and sustainable systems, this is your moment to impact the future.
Responsibilities
- Research and analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology) to predict market shifts by 2026
- Develop innovation roadmaps integrating cutting-edge solutions into enterprise architecture
- Lead cross-functional workshops to foster disruptive thinking across R&D, product, and marketing teams
- Present strategic foresight reports to stakeholders with actionable implementation frameworks
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs to pioneer next-gen solutions
- Monitor global regulatory landscapes and ethical implications of emerging technologies
- Mentor junior futurists and cultivate a culture of visionary thinking organization-wide
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology Forecasting, Strategic Innovation, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 10+ years in strategic planning with proven impact at Fortune 500 or disruptive startups
- Expertise in trend analysis frameworks (e.g., Delphi method, horizon scanning)
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional data storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation strategy (required)
- Proficiency in strategic foresight tools (e.g., scenario planning, causal layered analysis)
- Track record of launching at least two industry-disrupting innovations