Job Description
Join Horizon Vision Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We seek a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist Lead to architect our innovation roadmap for the post-2025 era. This pivotal role demands a blend of predictive analytics, cross-industry foresight, and executive strategy to position our organization as the architect of 2026's technological and societal paradigms. You'll spearhead initiatives that transcend conventional innovation, leveraging AI-driven trend analysis, quantum computing applications, and sustainable development frameworks to shape industries before they evolve. Collaborate with C-suite executives and global research partners to transform speculative futures into actionable business strategies. If you thrive at the intersection of science fiction and corporate strategy, this is your call to redefine tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Architect and execute the 2026 strategic foresight roadmap using AI-powered trend analysis and scenario modeling
- Lead cross-functional 'Future Innovation Sprints' to prototype solutions for 2026's emerging market disruptions
- Establish strategic partnerships with quantum computing labs, biotech pioneers, and climate tech incubators
- Develop predictive KPI frameworks to measure organizational readiness for 2026's technological inflection points
- Present 'Future State Briefings' to executive boards and investor committees on 2026 market evolution
- Mentor a dedicated 'Horizon Scanning' team to identify breakthrough opportunities across 15+ industries
- Oversee the '2026 Innovation Lab' budget allocation and resource prioritization for moonshot projects
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or C-suite strategy with proven impact on future market positioning
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or equivalent with published research on 2020s technology trends
- Expertise in AI-driven forecasting tools (e.g., Palantir, GPT-4 strategy applications, or proprietary modeling)
- Demonstrated success leading cross-continental teams in high-uncertainty environments (e.g., pandemic response, market crashes)
- Deep understanding of quantum computing, synthetic biology, and climate tech convergence points
- Executive-level presentation skills with 50+ keynotes at Davos, CES, or equivalent future-focused forums
- Portfolio of implemented strategic initiatives that redefined industry roadmaps post-2020