Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of tomorrow's technology revolution. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our innovation roadmap for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role combines strategic foresight with hands-on execution to transform emerging technologies into market-leading solutions. You'll lead cross-functional teams in anticipating societal shifts, market disruptions, and technological breakthroughs that will define the next decade.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market dynamics. You'll partner with C-suite executives to develop long-term innovation frameworks while maintaining agile execution capabilities. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of industries ranging from AI ethics to sustainable infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Lead development of multi-year innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 technological forecasts
- Analyze global tech trends, patent landscapes, and academic research to identify breakthrough opportunities
- Design and facilitate scenario planning workshops for executive leadership teams
- Oversee pilot programs for emerging technologies (quantum computing, neurotech, synthetic biology)
- Build and maintain strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Present strategic insights to investors, board members, and industry consortiums
- Mentor junior innovation specialists in future-focused methodologies
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 10+ years in corporate innovation, R&D leadership, or strategic foresight roles
- Proven track record of implementing futuristic technologies into commercial products
- Deep expertise in at least three emerging tech domains (AI, biotech, quantum, etc.)
- Exceptional systems thinking with ability to connect disparate trends into coherent strategies
- Published thought leadership in innovation or futurism publications
- Experience leading cross-continental innovation teams in matrixed organizations