Job Description
Join InnovateHorizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Analyst to decode emerging trends and shape our 2026 technology roadmap. This role blends strategic foresight with actionable insights, driving our R&D initiatives in quantum computing, biotech integration, and AI ethics. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform speculative futures into commercial opportunities while maintaining our reputation as industry pioneers.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global tech trends to forecast market shifts affecting 2026 product development
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for emerging technologies (quantum, synthetic biology, AGI)
- Lead stakeholder workshops to align innovation strategy with business objectives
- Produce competitive intelligence reports on next-gen disruption vectors
- Design ethical frameworks for responsible AI deployment in future ecosystems
- Mentor junior futurists on trend analysis methodologies
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Expertise in emerging technologies (quantum computing, biotech, AGI)
- Proven track record of translating future insights into commercial strategies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Policy, or related field
- Proficient in horizon scanning tools (e.g., Delphi method, STEEP analysis)
- Published thought leadership in tech ethics or innovation strategy
- Experience with scenario planning frameworks (e.g., Shell's scenarios)