Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Lead to architect the next decade of technological disruption. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight, cross-industry expertise, and the ability to translate future trends into actionable business strategies. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global innovation ecosystems to pioneer solutions that redefine human progress.
Why this role matters: As industries converge with quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech, your insights will shape Horizon's $2B innovation pipeline and influence Fortune 500 partners.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026+ innovation roadmaps across AI, biotech, and clean energy sectors
- Lead scenario-planning initiatives for disruptive technologies with 5-10 year horizons
- Establish strategic partnerships with MIT Media Lab, Singularity University, and DARPA
- Translate future trends into R&D priorities and product blueprints
- Mentor cross-functional teams in exponential thinking methodologies
- Present foresight findings to investors, board members, and industry consortiums
- Drive Horizon's annual 'Future State' conference series
Qualifications
- 10+ years in innovation strategy, futures research, or emerging tech leadership
- Published thought leadership in journals like Harvard Business Review or Wired
- Expertise in at least two of: quantum computing, synthetic biology, or climate tech
- Experience with strategic foresight frameworks (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- PhD or equivalent in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or related field
- Proven track record of launching ventures with $100M+ market impact
- Fluency in exponential technologies and ethical innovation principles