Job Description
Join our elite team at HorizonShift Labs to architect the future. We're seeking a visionary Strategic Futurist to lead our 2026 innovation roadmap, transforming cutting-edge research into actionable business strategies. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics, requiring you to anticipate paradigm shifts and position our organization as a market leader. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and R&D pioneers to develop forward-looking frameworks that shape our next generation of products.
As a thought leader in emerging tech, you'll conduct horizon-scanning research, synthesize complex data into actionable insights, and present compelling narratives to stakeholders. Your work will directly influence our $500M innovation pipeline and establish new industry benchmarks. This is a rare opportunity to define tomorrow's landscape today.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify emerging technologies and market trends through 2026
- Develop quantitative and qualitative forecasting models for strategic decision-making
- Collaborate with R&D teams to translate future scenarios into product roadmaps
- Present future-oriented insights to executive leadership and board members
- Establish thought leadership through whitepapers, industry talks, and media engagements
- Design and implement innovation frameworks for long-term competitive advantage
- Monitor global geopolitical, economic, and technological indicators for early signals
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future studies
- Proven track record of translating trend analysis into business impact
- Expertise in scenario planning and quantitative forecasting methodologies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Deep understanding of AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Exceptional storytelling abilities with executive presentation experience
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation strategy
- Experience advising Fortune 500 companies on future readiness