Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Innovations Group to architect the future for 2026 and beyond. As a Futurist & Innovation Strategist, you'll lead groundbreaking research, identify disruptive trends, and develop actionable roadmaps that will transform industries. We're seeking a forward-thinking pioneer to shape our innovation ecosystem at the intersection of AI, biotechnology, and sustainable systems.
This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative vision. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to pioneer solutions for tomorrow's challenges. If you're passionate about defining what's next and thrive in ambiguity, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across emerging technologies (quantum computing, neural interfaces, climate tech)
- Develop 5-year innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 strategic milestones
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to ideate future scenarios
- Present findings to stakeholders through compelling data visualizations
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Monitor geopolitical and socioeconomic shifts affecting innovation landscapes
- Curate an internal 'Future Intelligence' knowledge repository
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field
- 7+ years experience in strategic foresight, R&D, or innovation consulting
- Proven track record of translating trends into commercial opportunities
- Expertise in scenario planning and systems thinking methodologies
- Proficiency in trend analysis tools (e.g., TrendHunter, Gartner)
- Exceptional storytelling and executive communication skills
- Published thought leadership in future-focused publications
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their implications