Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group as our Futurist & Strategic Innovation Lead to architect the next frontier of human progress. This pivotal role demands a visionary who can decode emerging trends, anticipate disruptive shifts, and transform foresight into actionable strategies that will redefine industries by 2026. You'll lead cross-functional teams in pioneering breakthrough technologies while navigating complex ethical landscapes and market dynamics. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, society, and business evolution, this is your opportunity to shape tomorrow's reality.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify transformative technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal shifts impacting 2026+
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating emerging innovations into product ecosystems and business models
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype and validate future-facing solutions
- Present visionary insights to C-suite executives and board members, aligning stakeholders on long-term vision
- Establish ethical frameworks for emerging technologies, ensuring responsible deployment
- Collaborate with R&D to translate foresight into patentable innovations and market opportunities
- Foster an innovation culture through thought leadership, workshops, and trend briefings
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field; PhD preferred
- 8+ years in strategy, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership with demonstrated impact
- Proven expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology) and market disruption patterns
- Exceptional strategic thinking with ability to synthesize complex data into actionable narratives
- Experience developing multi-year innovation roadmaps for Fortune 500 or high-growth startups
- Strong communication skills with executive presence and public speaking experience
- Published thought leader in futurism, technology ethics, or innovation strategy
- Portfolio demonstrating successful implementation of future-focused initiatives