Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We seek a visionary Futurist Innovation Lead to architect transformative strategies for 2026 and beyond. As a key architect of our innovation roadmap, you'll identify emerging trends, disrupt conventional thinking, and pioneer solutions that redefine industries. This role demands a blend of strategic foresight, technological fluency, and executive influence to shape our organization's future trajectory. If you're passionate about turning futuristic concepts into tangible value, we invite you to lead our charge into tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Forecast technological, economic, and societal trends impacting 2026+ business landscapes
- Design and implement innovation frameworks to drive R&D initiatives in quantum computing and AI ethics
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to align strategic vision with emerging market opportunities
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing disruptive prototypes and go-to-market strategies
- Establish thought leadership through white papers, patents, and industry conference presentations
- Manage $5M+ innovation budget with ROI-focused resource allocation
- Develop scenario-planning models for geopolitical and climate-related disruption scenarios
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, futures research, or technology foresight roles
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or relevant STEM field
- Proven track record of launching breakthrough products with $100M+ market impact
- Expertise in trend analysis methodologies (e.g., Delphi, horizon scanning)
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies: quantum, AGI, biotech, and Web3
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to diverse stakeholders
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications
- Experience building innovation ecosystems with academic and industry partners