Job Description
Join InnovateHorizon Inc. as we shape the future of technology and society. We seek a visionary Futurist Strategist to lead our 2026 innovation roadmap, blending cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy. This role requires a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to identify emerging trends and translate them into competitive advantages.
You will collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to develop forward-looking frameworks that position us at the forefront of technological disruption. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity and excels at connecting disparate signals into coherent narratives.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis for 2026+ technological, societal, and economic shifts
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating AI, biotech, and sustainable tech innovations
- Present future scenarios to executive leadership with data-driven recommendations
- Partner with product teams to embed foresight into development lifecycles
- Establish cross-functional innovation labs with academic and industry partners
- Produce annual 'Future State' reports for board-level decision-making
- Mentor junior futurists and build organizational foresight capabilities
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, R&D, or futurism with Fortune 500 experience
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial opportunities
- Expertise in scenario planning and strategic foresight methodologies
- Deep knowledge of emerging technologies (quantum computing, neurotech, etc.)
- Exceptional communication skills with executive presence
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation strategy
- Experience leading cross-continental teams in matrix organizations