Job Description
Join the vanguard of tomorrow at Horizon Dynamics Inc., where we're architecting the future today. We seek a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to lead our 2026 horizon-scanning initiatives, shaping how industries evolve in the coming decade. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to identify emerging trends, technologies, and societal shifts that will redefine competitive landscapes.
In this capacity, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop transformative strategies spanning AI ethics, climate resilience, and human augmentation. Your insights will directly influence product roadmaps, market expansion, and R&D priorities across our global portfolio. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, and possess an unquenchable curiosity for what's next, this is your moment to make history.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research to identify disruptive technologies and market shifts through 2026
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for climate resilience and ethical AI deployment
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align innovation priorities with long-term business objectives
- Produce executive-ready trend reports with actionable recommendations for competitive advantage
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and emerging tech incubators
- Monitor geopolitical and socioeconomic indicators for strategic implications
- Mentor junior futurists and build an internal foresight capability
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology trend analysis
- Published thought leadership on emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend-mapping methodologies
- Proven experience influencing C-suite strategy and product roadmaps
- Strong analytical skills with data visualization proficiency
- Exceptional communication abilities for complex technical concepts
- Portfolio demonstrating successful 3-5 year future-strategy implementations