Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as a 2026 Futurist Innovation Lead to architect tomorrow's breakthroughs today. We're seeking a visionary strategist to decode emerging tech trends and pioneer next-generation solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. This role sits at the intersection of foresight research, technology commercialization, and market transformation.
As a key member of our Innovation Lab, you'll translate complex technological paradigms into actionable business strategies while collaborating with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners. Your work will directly shape our 2026 product roadmap and market expansion strategy.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning for transformative technologies (quantum computing, neural interfaces, synthetic biology) with 2026 commercialization potential
- Develop and maintain a 2026 technology impact framework to assess market readiness and competitive disruption
- Design cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing solutions
- Present strategic foresight findings to executive leadership and board committees
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and emerging tech startups
- Create scenario-planning models for 2026 market volatility and regulatory shifts
- Mentor junior futurists and innovation specialists
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology Strategy, Futures Studies, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years experience in innovation strategy or technology foresight
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies
- Deep expertise in at least two 2026-relevant domains: AI ethics, climate tech, or decentralized systems
- Exceptional data visualization and strategic communication skills
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Technology Assessment
- Experience with scenario planning tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis)