Job Description
Join FutureHorizon Collective at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect breakthrough solutions that redefine industries. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical implementation, empowering our portfolio companies to thrive in the next decade's technological and societal shifts.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and publish forward-thinking frameworks that position our ecosystem as the global standard for future-ready enterprises. If you're passionate about shaping how humanity adapts to quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable infrastructure revolutions, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Forecast macroeconomic and technological trends through 2026 using AI-driven analytics and scenario modeling
- Design innovation roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients in biotech, energy, and digital infrastructure sectors
- Lead 'Future Labs' - immersive workshops with C-level stakeholders to prototype next-gen solutions
- Publish quarterly 'Horizon Briefs' on quantum computing applications and decentralized systems
- Manage a $5M innovation fund for experimental ventures targeting 2026 market gaps
- Mentor a team of futurists and data scientists using agile methodologies
- Develop ethical frameworks for AI adoption and human-machine collaboration
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation management, or emerging technology consulting
- Proven track record of publishing trend reports or white papers with industry impact
- Expertise in quantum computing, synthetic biology, or climate tech forecasting
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Proficiency in trend analysis tools (e.g., Gartner, Forrester, or custom AI models)
- Experience advising C-suite on digital transformation and disruption preparedness
- Strong network with academic institutions and R&D labs (MIT Media Lab, Singularity University preferred)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ innovation frameworks successfully commercialized