Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. as we architect the future of innovation. We're seeking a Futurist Innovation Strategist to lead transformative initiatives that will define the technological landscape of 2026 and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge foresight with actionable strategy to drive our next generation of breakthrough products and services.
In this pivotal position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global thought leaders to anticipate market disruptions, identify emerging trends, and develop roadmaps for sustainable competitive advantage. We offer unparalleled opportunities to shape tomorrow's innovations while working with a diverse team of world-class futurists, engineers, and designers.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify and validate emerging technologies with 2026+ market potential
- Develop future-proof strategic frameworks for product development and market expansion
- Produce high-impact trend reports and scenario-planning documents for executive stakeholders
- Facilitate cross-functional innovation workshops using design thinking and foresight methodologies
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions, startups, and industry disruptors
- Quantify future opportunities through market modeling and competitive landscape analysis
- Present strategic recommendations to board members and C-level leadership
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist role
- Proven expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and technology forecasting
- Exceptional presentation skills with experience addressing executive audiences
- Deep knowledge of AI, quantum computing, biotechnology, or sustainable tech trends
- Strong analytical abilities with proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
- Published thought leadership in innovation or future studies (preferred)