Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect our next decade of innovation. This pivotal role combines predictive analytics, cross-industry foresight, and strategic implementation to position our organization as a global pioneer in post-2025 technological and societal evolution.
You will lead cross-functional teams in identifying paradigm-shifting opportunities while navigating complex ethical implications of exponential technologies. The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of quantum computing, biotechnology, and sustainable development, translating abstract futures into actionable roadmaps.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends and technological inflection points to develop 2026+ strategic frameworks
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to embed foresight into corporate strategy and R&D priorities
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for disruptive technologies (quantum AI, neurotech, climate engineering)
- Establish ethical governance protocols for emerging technologies with societal impact
- Publish white papers and keynote at global innovation forums on future readiness
- Mentor innovation teams in exponential thinking and adaptive strategy development
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or Strategic Innovation
- 8+ years in strategic foresight or innovation leadership at Fortune 500 scale
- Proven track record of implementing future-proofed business models
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC/FS) or equivalent
- Published author on technological disruption or future scenarios
- Experience with cross-cultural trend analysis and geopolitical forecasting