Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation! We seek a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our 2026 strategic roadmap, blending cutting-edge technology with human-centric design. This pivotal role demands an architect of possibilities, shaping how industries evolve in the next quantum leap of innovation. Work alongside Nobel laureates, patent holders, and world-class innovators in our Austin-based think tank. If you thrive at the intersection of science fiction and scientific reality, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 global innovation framework, identifying disruptive technologies and societal shifts
- Lead cross-disciplinary workshops with C-suite executives to align organizational strategy with future scenarios
- Author whitepapers on emerging quantum computing, biotech convergence, and AI ethics paradigms
- Partner with MIT and Stanford labs to prototype next-gen human-machine interfaces
- Present annual 'State of the Future' keynote at Davos and World Economic Forums
- Manage $10M R&D budget for experimental ventures targeting 2026 market readiness
- Mentor junior futurists in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or related field with 8+ years applied experience
- Published author in peer-reviewed journals on technological singularity or ethical AI
- Proven track record advising Fortune 500 boards on 10-year strategic pivots
- Expertise in quantum computing, synthetic biology, and neurotech integration
- Fluency in futures forecasting tools (Horizon Scanning, Delphi Method, Cross-Impact Matrices)
- Portfolio demonstrating at least three commercialized innovations from 2018-2023
- Security clearance for classified government innovation partnerships