Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as we pioneer the next frontier of human progress. We seek a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to shape our organization's trajectory in an era of unprecedented technological and societal evolution.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to identify paradigm shifts, quantify disruption risks, and capitalize on nascent opportunities across AI, biotech, and sustainable infrastructure. Your insights will directly influence product development, investment strategies, and long-term innovation pipelines.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, climate resilience, neurotech) to forecast 2026 market disruptions
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for quantum computing adoption and ethical AI governance
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-proofing strategies
- Produce quarterly trend briefings with actionable recommendations for executive leadership
- Design innovation roadmaps integrating emerging technologies with business objectives
- Monitor geopolitical shifts and regulatory changes impacting 2026 technological landscapes
- Build strategic partnerships with research institutions and pioneer labs
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Innovation, or related field
- 5+ years experience in trend analysis, strategic planning, or innovation consulting
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Proven ability to translate complex future scenarios into executable strategies
- Strong data visualization and storytelling skills using tools like Tableau
- Published thought leadership on disruptive technologies or societal shifts
- Certification in Foresight Methodology (e.g., CFTR) preferred