Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. This role demands radical innovation thinkers who thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to anticipate paradigm shifts in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable ecosystems, ensuring our leadership position in the post-2025 landscape.
We offer unparalleled autonomy to explore speculative futures while grounding insights in actionable business strategies. Your work will directly shape product roadmaps, R&D priorities, and market positioning for the next decade. If you're passionate about turning tomorrow's possibilities into today's opportunities, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across technology, policy, and cultural domains
- Develop strategic frameworks for emerging technologies (quantum, AGI, biotech)
- Produce forward-looking scenarios and impact assessments for 2026-2035
- Collaborate with R&D teams to translate foresight into innovation roadmaps
- Advise executive leadership on future-proofing business models
- Represent company at global futurism forums and thought leadership platforms
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategy consulting, futurism, or R&D leadership
- Expertise in emerging tech ecosystems (AI, quantum, climate tech)
- Published thought leadership in future studies or innovation
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Track record of translating foresight into commercial outcomes
- Deep understanding of global megatrends (demographics, climate, geopolitics)
- Experience with scenario planning and strategic foresight methodologies