Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our 2026 roadmap. This pivotal role blends cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy, ensuring we lead rather than follow the next wave of technological and societal evolution. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global thought leaders to shape our innovation ecosystem. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your opportunity to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts through 2030
- Develop strategic frameworks for integrating emerging trends into product roadmaps
- Present future scenarios to executive leadership and cross-functional teams
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Author forward-looking thought leadership publications and industry reports
- Mentor R&D teams on future-proofing technologies and methodologies
- Quantify market opportunities from emerging paradigms
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven track record of translating future scenarios into business strategy
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and systems thinking
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive audiences
- Published research or thought leadership in future studies
- Experience with horizon scanning methodologies (Delphi, STEEP analysis)