Job Description
Join FutureHorizon Inc. as a Strategic Futurist to architect tomorrow's innovations today. We seek a visionary leader to decode emerging trends and transform foresight into actionable strategies that will redefine our industry by 2026. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative thinking to navigate complex global landscapes.
As a key member of our executive innovation team, you'll collaborate with Fortune 500 partners to pioneer breakthrough solutions in AI, biotechnology, and sustainable systems. Your work will directly shape our 2026 roadmap, ensuring we lead rather than follow in the rapidly evolving technological frontier.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026+ landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for long-term business resilience and market positioning
- Produce strategic foresight reports translating complex data into executive-level insights
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to embed future-thinking into product development cycles
- Build and maintain an ecosystem of innovation partners including academic institutions and startups
- Advise C-suite on emerging risks and opportunities in quantum computing and climate tech
- Represent company at global futurist forums to establish thought leadership
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Planning, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or corporate R&D leadership
- Proven expertise in trend analysis with published work on 2026+ technological trajectories
- Strong command of scenario planning methodologies and systems thinking
- Exceptional communication skills translating complex concepts for diverse stakeholders
- Portfolio demonstrating impact on organizational strategy through foresight work
- Certification in futures research (e.g., CFTR) or equivalent professional credentials