Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our strategic roadmap toward 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to anticipate technological disruptions, market shifts, and societal transformations. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to embed future-readiness into our DNA, ensuring our innovations stay ahead of the curve in an exponentially evolving world.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy. You'll leverage cutting-edge research methodologies to identify emerging signals and translate them into actionable insights. This is your opportunity to shape the future of industries while working alongside world-class innovators in a culture that champions bold thinking.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive forces affecting our industry by 2026
- Develop quantitative and qualitative future scenarios using AI-powered forecasting tools
- Design strategic roadmaps integrating exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Present future insights to executive stakeholders and board members through compelling narratives
- Collaborate with R&D teams to align innovation portfolios with future market opportunities
- Establish global networks with futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
- Author thought leadership publications on emerging paradigms
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- Minimum 8 years experience in strategic planning or futurist roles
- Proven expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and technological forecasting
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Proficiency in futures research methodologies (Delphi, weak signal analysis)
- Track record of publishing in futurist journals or industry publications