Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as we shape the future! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Lead to spearhead our strategic roadmap for the next decade. In this pivotal role, you'll identify emerging trends, design innovative solutions, and guide our organization through transformative technological shifts. If you're passionate about tomorrow's possibilities and thrive at the intersection of technology and human potential, this is your moment to make history.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional teams to develop and execute 5-10 year strategic innovation roadmaps
- Conduct cutting-edge research on emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Design scalable frameworks for future-proofing organizational systems
- Present futuristic insights to C-suite executives and key stakeholders
- Collaborate with R&D to prototype next-generation solutions
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Author thought leadership publications on future trends
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Systems Engineering, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic planning or innovation leadership
- Proven track record of anticipating market shifts (portfolio required)
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging tech domains
- Exceptional systems thinking and scenario modeling skills
- Certified Futurist (CF) designation preferred
- Experience with foresight methodologies (Delphi, Horizon Scanning)
- Strong presentation skills for executive audiences