Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as a 2026 Futurist Strategist and shape tomorrow's landscape today. We're seeking visionary thinkers to decode emerging trends and architect transformative solutions that redefine industries. This role sits at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market disruption, requiring both analytical rigor and creative foresight.
As a cornerstone of our Innovation Lab, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global thought leaders to map the next decade's paradigm shifts. We offer unparalleled resources, flexible autonomy, and a culture that celebrates intellectual curiosity.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and socio-economic trends to forecast 2026 market disruptions
- Develop strategic roadmaps for product innovation and market positioning in high-growth sectors
- Lead scenario-planning workshops to prepare organizations for future volatility and opportunity
- Produce whitepapers and executive briefings on disruptive forces reshaping global industries
- Partner with venture capital teams to identify and evaluate next-generation startups
- Spearhead cross-functional initiatives integrating foresight into product development lifecycles
- Represent the company at global futurist forums and industry summits
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Strategic Foresight, Technology Forecasting, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or technology trend analysis
- Proven track record of forecasting market disruptions with 80%+ accuracy
- Expertise in scenario modeling, horizon scanning, and systems thinking methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to executive audiences
- Portfolio of published foresight work or thought leadership pieces
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFIP) preferred