Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. as we redefine innovation for the 2026 landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Lead to spearhead strategic foresight initiatives that will shape the next generation of technological and societal progress. This role combines cutting-edge research with practical implementation, requiring a blend of analytical rigor and creative thinking to navigate emerging trends in AI, biotechnology, and sustainable development.
As a key member of our innovation lab, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop roadmaps for 2026 and beyond, ensuring our solutions anticipate market shifts and human needs. We offer a dynamic work environment with competitive benefits, flexible arrangements, and opportunities to present your insights at global industry forums.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech and societal trends to forecast 2026+ market opportunities
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term business objectives
- Lead cross-functional workshops to generate and evaluate futuristic concepts
- Present foresight findings to C-suite executives and external stakeholders
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype and validate future-facing solutions
- Build and maintain a network of futurists, academics, and industry disruptors
- Author thought leadership pieces on anticipating 2026 industry shifts
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futurism, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in innovation strategy, consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of developing and implementing future-focused roadmaps
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of 2026 tech implications (AI, quantum computing, bio-convergence)
- Exceptional presentation skills for executive audiences
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation journals
- Experience with foresight tools (horizon scanning, Delphi method, backcasting)