Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as a Senior Futurist to architect the technological landscape of 2026. We seek a visionary strategist to decode emerging trends, shape product roadmaps, and guide our innovation ecosystem. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with commercial execution, ensuring our leadership in the next wave of digital transformation.
Positioned at the intersection of AI, biotech, and sustainable tech, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners. Our culture rewards bold thinking – expect rapid prototyping, cross-disciplinary projects, and the autonomy to redefine industry standards.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across 15+ emerging technology domains
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks for 2026 product roadmaps
- Facilitate executive workshops on disruptive technology adoption
- Author thought leadership reports for Fortune 500 partnerships
- Manage a $5M innovation portfolio with measurable ROI
- Mentor junior futurists and cross-functional innovation teams
- Represent company at global tech summits (Davos, CES, Web Summit)
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation management, or emerging tech
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership on AI/quantum/biotech convergence
- Expertise in scenario planning and technology adoption curves
- Proven track record of commercializing futuristic concepts
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., Delphi, Horizon Scanning)
- Portfolio demonstrating 2020-2025 trend predictions with 80%+ accuracy