Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation! We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role demands a forward-thinking leader who can decode emerging trends, disrupt industries, and translate foresight into actionable business strategy. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to shape our innovation ecosystem, driving competitive advantage in an era of exponential change. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business evolution, this is your moment to redefine the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026+ trend analyses across AI, biotech, quantum computing, and sustainable tech
- Design strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term business objectives
- Lead cross-functional workshops to forecast market disruptions and identify white-space opportunities
- Produce executive-ready scenario-planning reports for board-level decision support
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Mentor R&D teams in adopting foresight methodologies
- Monitor geopolitical and socioeconomic shifts impacting global markets
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Strategy, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of translating trend analysis into commercial strategies
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Exceptional storytelling skills with experience presenting to executive audiences
- Proficiency in futures research tools (horizon scanning, Delphi methods, etc.)
- Published thought leadership in emerging tech or innovation domains
- Experience with agile innovation frameworks and startup ecosystems