Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. as a 2026 Innovation Futurist, where you'll architect the future of technology and human progress. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight to identify emerging trends, develop transformative roadmaps, and position our organization at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to translate future possibilities into actionable strategies, driving innovation across quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech ecosystems.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify breakthrough technologies and societal shifts by 2026
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term business objectives
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to future-proof product development pipelines
- Analyze global tech policies and regulatory landscapes affecting innovation
- Present future scenarios to executive stakeholders and board members
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and emerging tech startups
- Author thought leadership publications on 2026 technology trends
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic planning or technology innovation roles
- Proven expertise in trend analysis and scenario planning methodologies
- Deep understanding of emerging tech: quantum AI, biotech convergence, climate tech
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts
- Experience with futures research tools (e.g., Delphi method, horizon scanning)
- Portfolio demonstrating published futurist work or strategic roadmaps