Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we architect the future. We seek a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to shape our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This role combines cutting-edge foresight with actionable business strategy, driving our position at the forefront of technological and societal evolution. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to transform emerging trends into market-leading innovations.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026 innovation frameworks using predictive analytics and scenario planning
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions for quantum computing and AI ethics
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify disruptive technologies in biotech and sustainable energy
- Design strategic partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Create annual 'Future State' reports for executive stakeholders and investors
- Establish innovation KPIs aligned with long-term business objectives
- Mentor junior futurists and cultivate an organization-wide innovation culture
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Expertise in emerging technologies (quantum, AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial products
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Strong presentation skills for executive and board-level audiences
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFS) preferred
- Experience with innovation frameworks (e.g., Delphi method, STEEP analysis)
- Published thought leadership in futurism or technology ethics