Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Lead to architect our next-generation strategy, blending cutting-edge technology with human-centric design. Shape how industries evolve in the coming decade by identifying emerging trends, disrupting conventional paradigms, and leading cross-functional teams toward groundbreaking solutions. This is your opportunity to redefine what's possible.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 innovation roadmap, integrating AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology trends
- Lead cross-disciplinary teams in prototyping next-gen solutions for climate resilience and human augmentation
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify disruptive technologies and market shifts
- Forge strategic partnerships with academic institutions and global innovation hubs
- Present futuristic visions to C-suite executives and board stakeholders
- Drive R&D investments in sustainable tech and ethical AI frameworks
- Mentor talent in future-focused methodologies and speculative design
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, R&D leadership, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of launching market-defining products or services
- Deep expertise in emerging tech: quantum computing, AGI, or synthetic biology
- Certification in Futures Studies or equivalent strategic foresight training
- Experience scaling global innovation ecosystems across diverse markets
- Exceptional storytelling and visualization skills for complex futures
- PhD or Master's in Technology Foresight, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Portfolio of published future scenarios or innovation frameworks