Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. as we architect tomorrow's innovations today. We're seeking a forward-thinking Futurist Innovation Strategist to lead groundbreaking research and shape the technological landscape of 2026. This role blends cutting-edge foresight with practical implementation, requiring a blend of analytical rigor and creative vision. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D labs, and global partners to identify emerging trends, develop strategic roadmaps, and position our company at the forefront of disruptive technologies.
We offer a dynamic environment where your insights will directly impact product development, investment decisions, and market positioning. If you're passionate about anticipating future paradigms and transforming them into actionable strategies, this is your opportunity to make history.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research to identify emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions by 2026
- Develop strategic frameworks and scenario-planning models for long-term corporate innovation
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight insights into actionable business strategies
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-facing solutions and validate market viability
- Present findings to executive leadership and board members with compelling data-driven narratives
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry thought leaders
- Author thought leadership publications and whitepapers on future trends
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Technology Innovation, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven track record of translating foresight into tangible business outcomes
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and systemic thinking methodologies
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to influence senior stakeholders
- Portfolio demonstrating published foresight work or implemented innovation strategies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Experience with futures research tools (e.g., Delphi method, horizon scanning)