Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Innovations Group to shape the future of technology and society. As a Futurist Innovation Strategist, you'll lead groundbreaking initiatives that define how humanity will evolve by 2026. We're seeking a forward-thinking leader to develop actionable frameworks for emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market transformations. This role combines deep analytical prowess with creative vision, ensuring our organization stays ahead of the curve in an ever-changing world.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to translate foresight into strategic advantage. Our culture values intellectual curiosity, bold experimentation, and sustainable impact. If you're passionate about solving tomorrow's challenges today, this is your opportunity to make history.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026 innovation roadmaps across AI, biotech, and quantum computing domains
- Lead scenario-planning workshops to identify disruptive opportunities and risks
- Produce strategic foresight reports for executive stakeholders and board members
- Manage cross-functional teams executing prototype projects for 2026 market readiness
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and global innovation hubs
- Present findings at industry conferences and publish thought leadership content
- Monitor emerging trends through advanced data analytics and expert networks
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Innovation, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of launching disruptive technologies or market transformations
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Strong quantitative and qualitative research capabilities with data visualization skills
- Experience presenting to executive audiences and influencing high-stakes decisions
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, synthetic biology, quantum computing)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful future-focused initiatives