Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role combines foresight analysis with actionable innovation strategies, transforming theoretical possibilities into market-leading ventures. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to anticipate technological disruptions, emerging market trends, and paradigm shifts that will redefine industries. If you thrive at the intersection of speculative futures and executable strategy, this is your chance to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain the 2026 innovation roadmap using horizon scanning, trend analysis, and scenario planning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify and prioritize disruptive opportunities
- Quantify future market potentials and competitive landscapes through data-driven modeling
- Present strategic foresight findings to executive stakeholders and board members
- Establish KPI frameworks for tracking emerging technology adoption and market readiness
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-facing solutions
- Monitor global tech policies and regulatory changes affecting 2026+ landscapes
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven experience with scenario planning, horizon scanning, and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech, clean energy)
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling skills for complex futures concepts
- Published thought leadership in futures or innovation publications
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., CFS) or equivalent
- Experience with strategic roadmapping frameworks (e.g., Toffler's Future Shock)