Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. to shape the future of innovation. We seek a forward-thinking Futurist Innovation Strategist to lead horizon-scanning initiatives and develop transformative roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. This role blends analytical rigor with creative foresight to identify emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions that will redefine industries. Collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to translate foresight into actionable strategies that drive sustainable growth.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and systemic change. You'll leverage cutting-edge methodologies including trend analysis, scenario planning, and AI-powered forecasting to build resilient innovation ecosystems. This position offers unparalleled opportunities to influence multi-billion-dollar decisions while working in a culture that values curiosity, agility, and bold thinking.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify emerging technologies and market shifts through 2026+
- Develop strategic roadmaps for product innovation and business transformation
- Conduct scenario planning and risk assessment for disruptive trends
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed foresight into R&D pipelines
- Present insights to executive stakeholders and board members through compelling narratives
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
- Drive innovation culture through workshops, thought leadership, and mentorship
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-oriented R&D
- Proven expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Exceptional storytelling and data visualization skills
- Experience advising C-suite executives on strategic transformation
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Management, or related field
- Portfolio of published foresight work or innovation frameworks
- Global perspective with cross-cultural collaboration experience