Job Description
Shape the future with Horizon Innovations! We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to lead our groundbreaking 2026 Vision Project. This pivotal role demands a strategic thinker who can decode emerging trends, architect long-term roadmaps, and position our organization at the forefront of technological and societal evolution.
Join our elite team of innovators in San Francisco, where you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global thought leaders. Your insights will directly influence product development, market expansion, and our corporate trajectory for the next decade. If you're passionate about tomorrow's possibilities today, this is your defining moment.
Responsibilities
- Lead comprehensive trend analysis across AI, biotech, climate tech, and digital economies
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for 2026 market landscapes
- Present future-vision briefings to executive stakeholders and investor boards
- Coordinate cross-functional innovation sprints with engineering and design teams
- Author white papers and thought leadership pieces for industry publications
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Mentor junior futurists and build foresight capabilities across the organization
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused R&D
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or relevant technical field
- Proven track record of translating foresight into actionable business strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and trend extrapolation
- Exceptional storytelling and data visualization capabilities
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Certification in Futures Methodology (e.g., WFS, APF) preferred