Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group as a 2026 Technology Futurist and architect the digital frontier of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary strategist to decode emerging trends and build roadmaps for the next generation of breakthrough innovations. Shape how organizations prepare for the technological landscape of 2026 through foresight research, scenario planning, and cross-industry collaboration.
This role demands a blend of technical acumen and strategic thinking to anticipate disruptions in AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology. You'll lead innovation sprints with Fortune 500 partners while mentoring our next-gen talent pipeline. Our award-winning team operates in a dynamic, agile environment where your insights directly influence multi-million-dollar R&D initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies with 2026+ market impact
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for C-suite executives across 15+ industries
- Coordinate global innovation workshops with MIT, Stanford, and NASA research partners
- Produce quarterly foresight briefings translated into actionable product roadmaps
- Manage a $2M innovation fund for experimental 2026-adjacent projects
- Author white papers published in Technology Review and Future Trends Journal
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 7+ years in technology strategy consulting or corporate innovation roles
- Portfolio demonstrating 2020-2025 trend predictions with >80% accuracy
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (quantum, AI ethics, neurotech)
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (CFS) or similar foresight methodology
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed innovation journals
- Experience securing patents or venture funding for future-tech concepts