Job Description
Join InnovateHorizon Labs as we pioneer the next technological revolution. We're seeking a visionary Strategic Futurist to architect our 2026 roadmap and shape the future of human-machine interaction. This pivotal role demands a blend of radical imagination and analytical rigor to anticipate paradigm shifts before they emerge.
You'll lead cross-disciplinary initiatives in quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech ecosystems, collaborating with Nobel laureates and startup disruptors. Our culture rewards intellectual bravery – here, impossible problems are invitations.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 technology foresight framework with 95% predictive accuracy
- Lead 'Horizon Scanning' initiatives identifying disruptive technologies in biotech, AI, and space tech
- Design ethical governance frameworks for autonomous systems and quantum encryption
- Present strategic roadmaps to C-suite and board stakeholders quarterly
- Mentor futurist apprentices through our 'NextGen Visionary' program
- Secure $5M+ annual innovation budget through stakeholder alignment
- Publish annual 'State of 2026' industry whitepaper
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or equivalent strategic discipline
- 7+ years in technology strategy consulting or R&D leadership
- Published work in peer-reviewed futures journals (e.g., Technological Forecasting)
- Expertise in scenario planning and Delphi methodology
- Portfolio demonstrating successful prediction of market shifts (2018-2023)
- Proficiency in trend analysis tools (e.g., Gartner Hype Cycle, TrendHunter)
- Fluency in Mandarin or Arabic for global stakeholder engagement