Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Innovations Inc. as a 2026 Futurist Strategist, where you'll architect the next generation of technological paradigms. We're seeking a forward-thinking innovator to decode emerging trends and shape our roadmap for the post-2025 landscape. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to transform futuristic concepts into actionable business strategies.
Responsibilities
- Forecast disruptive technologies and societal shifts through 2026+ horizon scanning
- Develop strategic frameworks integrating AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align leadership on future scenarios
- Produce whitepapers and thought leadership on emerging market opportunities
- Collaborate with R&D to prototype next-gen solutions for 2026 market readiness
- Analyze geopolitical and regulatory impacts on long-term innovation strategy
- Mentor junior futurists in trend analysis and scenario planning methodologies
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning or innovation consulting
- Proven expertise in horizon scanning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional data storytelling and visualization capabilities
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation journals
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC/FS preferred)
- Experience with scenario planning tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis)