Job Description
Shape the future by joining Innovate Horizon Labs as our lead 2026 Futurist Strategist. We're seeking a visionary thinker to map emerging technology trends, societal shifts, and market disruptions for the next 3-5 years. This hybrid role combines deep analytical rigor with creative foresight to guide our R&D roadmap and product innovation. Collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global think tanks to develop actionable future scenarios. You'll influence multi-million dollar investments in quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 technology trend forecasts using scenario planning and horizon scanning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive opportunities in emerging markets
- Produce strategic white papers and executive briefings on future workforce automation
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype next-gen human-AI collaboration systems
- Advise on regulatory frameworks for decentralized governance technologies
- Monitor geopolitical shifts impacting global supply chain resilience
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategy consulting, futurism, or technology foresight roles
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or related field
- Published research on AI governance or climate tech adaptation
- Proficiency in trend analysis tools (e.g., Gartner, Forrester, Delphi methods)
- Experience with scenario planning frameworks (e.g., STEEP, SWOT-PESTLE)
- Track record advising Fortune 500 on digital transformation
- Deep understanding of quantum computing and biotech convergence