Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's disruption. We seek a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap, transforming emerging trends into market-defining opportunities. This pivotal role requires a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to navigate technological, societal, and economic shifts that will reshape industries.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global partners to pioneer breakthrough innovations. Our culture champions bold thinking—here, your ideas shape the future. With competitive compensation, equity, and unparalleled resources, we empower you to build what's next.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive forces impacting 2026 markets
- Develop and execute multi-year innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term business objectives
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to generate and validate future-focused concepts
- Analyze geopolitical, technological, and societal shifts to anticipate industry disruptions
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders with data-backed scenarios
- Build external partnerships with academic institutions, startups, and think tanks
- Mentor teams in futures thinking methodologies and innovation frameworks
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field; PhD preferred
- 10+ years experience in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and emerging technology assessment
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech) and their societal impacts
- Exceptional storytelling skills to translate complex futures into compelling narratives
- Experience with strategic roadmapping for Fortune 500 or high-growth startups
- Published thought leadership in futures or innovation journals