Job Description
Join our pioneering team at Horizon Innovations Group as we shape the future of technology and society. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to lead forward-thinking initiatives that will define the next decade. This role combines deep technological foresight with strategic business acumen, driving innovation across emerging paradigms like quantum computing, neurotech integration, and sustainable infrastructure. You'll work directly with C-suite executives and R&D leaders to develop actionable roadmaps that position our company at the forefront of 2026's technological landscape.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts through 2026
- Develop strategic frameworks for long-term R&D portfolio prioritization
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed future-ready principles into product development
- Present strategic foresight findings to executive stakeholders and external partners
- Author thought leadership publications on emerging technology trends
- Monitor geopolitical and regulatory factors impacting future tech adoption
- Build and maintain a network of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Minimum 5 years in strategic planning, R&D leadership, or futures consulting
- Proven expertise in emerging technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing, etc.)
- Exceptional analytical and scenario-planning capabilities
- Strong presentation skills with experience to executive audiences
- Published thought leadership in technology or futurism domains
- Deep understanding of global megatrends and their business implications