Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality today as our 2026 Futurist Strategist at InnovateHorizon Labs. We're seeking a visionary thinker to decode emerging technological, social, and economic trends that will define our collective future. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic foresight to guide our organization's roadmap for 2026 and beyond.
You'll lead cross-functional initiatives in quantum computing integration, sustainable tech adoption, and human-AI collaboration paradigms. Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology ethics, predictive modeling, and innovation strategy. Join us to build the frameworks that will power the next generation of breakthrough solutions.
Responsibilities
- Develop and publish annual '2026 Horizon Scan' reports mapping emerging technologies and societal shifts
- Design strategic roadmaps for quantum computing, biotech convergence, and climate-resilient infrastructure
- Lead scenario planning workshops for executive leadership on 2026 market disruption forecasts
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-proof solutions using predictive analytics
- Establish governance frameworks for ethical AI deployment in 2026 industrial ecosystems
- Build global networks with futurists, policymakers, and academic institutions
- Translate complex future scenarios into actionable business strategies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or Innovation Management (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, emerging tech analysis, or innovation consulting
- Expertise in scenario planning methodologies and horizon scanning techniques
- Deep understanding of quantum computing, synthetic biology, and climate tech trajectories
- Proven ability to communicate complex future concepts to C-suite audiences
- Published research or thought leadership on 2020s technological disruption
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or similar (e.g., AC/CF foresight program)