Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as we pioneer the frontiers of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next decade of growth. This role blends data-driven foresight with human-centered innovation to shape products, markets, and industries before they exist.
In this pivotal position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D labs, and global partners to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities across AI, biotech, and sustainable tech. Your insights will directly influence our $2B innovation roadmap.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis to map 2026+ technology and societal shifts
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for C-suite decision-making
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable product roadmaps
- Build proprietary forecasting models using quantitative and qualitative data
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote presentations at global forums
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and emerging tech incubators
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Expertise in trend analysis methodologies (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial strategy
- Strong data visualization and narrative communication skills
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Published thought leadership in industry journals or major media outlets