Job Description
Join FutureHorizon Partners as we architect the future. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Innovation Director to lead our R&D initiatives and shape tomorrow's disruptive technologies. This premier opportunity demands a blend of futuristic foresight and operational excellence to drive quantum leaps in AI, biotech, and sustainable energy solutions. Lead cross-functional teams, secure groundbreaking partnerships, and transform theoretical concepts into market-defining innovations. Your strategic vision will directly influence our 2026 product roadmap and position us as industry pioneers.
Responsibilities
- Architect and execute the 2026 innovation roadmap, aligning with long-term corporate vision
- Lead cross-disciplinary teams in developing next-gen AI, quantum computing, and climate tech solutions
- Identify emerging market trends and disruptive technologies through competitive intelligence
- Secure strategic partnerships with academic institutions and global innovation labs
- Drive prototype development from concept to market-ready solutions
- Present innovation strategies to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Manage $50M+ annual R&D budget with ROI-focused resource allocation
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, R&D leadership, or futurism roles
- Proven track record of launching market-defining products (2018-2025)
- Expertise in AI/ML, biotech, or sustainable energy ecosystems
- PhD or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Published futurist or thought leader with industry recognition
- Experience securing federal/state innovation grants (DARPA, NSF, etc.)
- Strong network with Silicon Valley and global innovation hubs