Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as we redefine tomorrow's landscape today. We seek a visionary Futurist & Strategic Innovation Lead to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role merges foresight with actionable strategy, transforming emerging trends into market-shaping opportunities. You'll lead cross-functional teams to incubate breakthrough technologies while aligning innovation with our core mission. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your chance to shape the future.
What You'll Achieve:
You'll develop forward-looking frameworks, identify disruptive market shifts, and drive R&D initiatives that position Horizon as an industry pioneer. Your insights will directly influence our product pipeline, investment decisions, and long-term corporate vision.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to map 5-year strategic opportunities
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing solutions
- Develop foresight frameworks for competitive advantage and market disruption
- Collaborate with C-suite to align innovation with business objectives
- Publish thought leadership on future tech paradigms and their societal impact
- Manage strategic partnerships with research institutions and startups
- Mentor teams in adaptive thinking and scenario planning methodologies
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic innovation, R&D leadership, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial products
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI/ML, Web3, AR/VR, climate tech)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology, Business, or related field
- Exceptional systems thinking and scenario modeling capabilities
- Published author or speaker at global innovation forums
- Experience scaling innovation labs in Fortune 500 environments