Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we architect the future. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to lead our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role blends foresight research with actionable business strategy, transforming emerging trends into market-defining opportunities. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to shape our innovation pipeline while mentoring next-generation futurists in our cutting-edge R&D lab.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy. You'll leverage our proprietary foresight framework to identify paradigm shifts, develop scenario-based roadmaps, and de-risk exponential technology adoption. This is your chance to redefine industries while working with Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley pioneers.
Responsibilities
- Lead multi-year foresight initiatives using horizon scanning, trend analysis, and scenario planning
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps for 2026+ market disruption
- Translate emerging technologies (quantum computing, neurotech, synthetic biology) into competitive advantages
- Facilitate executive workshops on exponential technology adoption
- Build and maintain an ecosystem of academic, governmental, and industry futurists
- Author thought leadership publications on future-proofing enterprises
- Mentor a team of junior futurists in research methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused R&D
- Proven track record of translating trends into commercial opportunities
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, biotech, quantum, Web3)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation strategy
- Experience with scenario planning frameworks (e.g., STEEP, Delphi method)
- Exceptional communication skills for executive audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful future-strategy implementations