Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as a Futurist Innovation Lead to architect tomorrow's solutions today. We're seeking a visionary strategist to decode emerging trends and transform disruptive technologies into market-defining innovations. This pivotal role bridges foresight with execution, ensuring our organization stays at the vanguard of 2026's technological landscape. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and shape our 5-year strategic roadmap while mentoring next-generation futurists.
Responsibilities
- Anticipate and map technological, social, and economic trends shaping 2026+ industries
- Design and lead corporate foresight initiatives using horizon scanning and scenario planning
- Translate foresight insights into actionable innovation roadmaps with measurable ROI
- Champion emerging technologies (AI, quantum, biotech) through proof-of-concept projects
- Develop strategic partnerships with research institutions and innovation labs
- Present future scenarios to executive leadership and board stakeholders
- Mentor a team of futurists and innovation specialists
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, futures research, or emerging tech leadership
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercialized products/services
- Expertise in horizon scanning, trend analysis, and scenario planning methodologies
- Deep knowledge of 2026-relevant technologies: AGI, quantum computing, synthetic biology
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC/FS) or equivalent advanced degree
- Exceptional storytelling skills for communicating complex future scenarios
- Experience managing cross-functional innovation teams with $1M+ budgets
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-strategy implementations