Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect tomorrow's reality today. We're seeking a forward-thinking leader to decode emerging trends, design disruptive innovation roadmaps, and position our company at the forefront of the 2026 technological landscape. This role combines deep analytical rigor with bold creative thinking to transform futuristic concepts into actionable business strategies.
In this high-impact position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to anticipate paradigm shifts in AI, biotech, and quantum computing. Your insights will directly shape our $2B innovation portfolio and influence how 500M+ users experience the future.
Responsibilities
- Forecast and map emerging technological trends through 2026 horizon scanning
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with 5-year business objectives
- Lead cross-functional 'Future Labs' to prototype next-gen solutions
- Present visionary scenarios to executive stakeholders and investors
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and startups
- Quantify market disruption potential for emerging technologies
- Advise product teams on future-proofing development pipelines
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, futurism, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record in forecasting tech trends (2018-2023 validated)
- Expertise in at least two of: AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology, or neurotech
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Published thought leadership in futurism/innovation (H-index >15)
- Experience with scenario planning and strategic foresight frameworks
- Fluency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and trend analysis
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-to-market innovations