Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics to shape the future of technology and human progress. We're seeking a forward-thinking Futurist Innovation Strategist to lead cutting-edge research and develop transformative roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global innovators to identify emerging trends and build actionable strategies that position our organization at the forefront of tomorrow's breakthroughs. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to influence multi-billion dollar decisions and work on projects that redefine industries.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and socio-economic trends to forecast market shifts through 2026
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term business objectives and sustainability goals
- Lead cross-functional workshops to foster creative thinking and scenario planning for future markets
- Present findings to executive stakeholders through compelling data visualizations and predictive modeling
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-facing solutions and validate market readiness
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems and identify disruptive partnerships or acquisition targets
- Author thought leadership publications and whitepapers on future-focused business strategies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Strategic Innovation, Technology Policy, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology trend analysis
- Proven expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and trend impact assessment
- Strong proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and predictive analytics platforms
- Exceptional presentation skills with experience addressing executive audiences
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Published thought leadership or portfolio of future-focused research projects