Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. As a Futurist Innovation Strategist, you'll architect 2026+ roadmaps for emerging technologies while shaping our global innovation ecosystem. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with market-ready solutions, positioning our company as the industry's thought leader in the rapidly evolving landscape of 2026 and beyond. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and international partners to transform futuristic concepts into scalable business realities.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain 2026+ technology foresight frameworks using horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype next-gen solutions for autonomous systems and quantum computing
- Author strategic whitepapers and thought leadership content positioning our vision for 2026 market landscapes
- Manage innovation pipeline from ideation to commercialization with $5M+ annual R&D budget oversight
- Establish global partnerships with academic institutions and tech incubators specializing in 2026+ technologies
- Present to Fortune 500 boards and international policy forums on emerging technology implications
Qualifications
- 15+ years in innovation strategy with proven 2026+ technology roadmap execution
- PhD or equivalent in Futures Studies, Systems Innovation, or related quantitative field
- Expertise in emerging technologies: quantum computing, AGI ethics, synthetic biology, or space commercialization
- Published author in peer-reviewed futures journals with citation impact > 50
- Experience scaling innovation labs from concept to $100M+ valuation outcomes
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies: Delphi, scenario planning, and technology roadmapping
- Global network of 200+ industry contacts in Fortune 500 innovation ecosystems