Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as a 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect the future of technology and human progress. We're seeking a visionary thinker to decode emerging trends, design next-generation solutions, and guide our organization through the transformative landscape of 2026 and beyond. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business innovation, requiring you to anticipate paradigm shifts and translate foresight into actionable strategy.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to develop long-term roadmaps that position us as industry pioneers. If you're passionate about shaping tomorrow's reality and thrive in environments where ambiguity fuels innovation, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Analyze technological, social, and economic megatrends to forecast industry disruptions by 2026
- Develop strategic frameworks for AI integration, quantum computing adoption, and biotech evolution
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-state visions
- Produce scenario-planning models for climate resilience, workforce automation, and ethical AI
- Partner with product teams to embed future-proofing principles into roadmaps
- Deliver executive briefings on emerging risks and opportunities in 2026's digital ecosystem
- Maintain a global network of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial or social impact
- Expertise in AI, climate tech, or quantum systems
- Exceptional data modeling and scenario-building capabilities
- Published thought leadership in future studies or tech ethics
- Experience advising Fortune 500 or global policy organizations
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Innovation Management preferred