Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we pioneer the future. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to shape our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This role requires a blend of technological foresight, strategic planning, and cross-industry collaboration to position our organization at the forefront of emerging trends.
Why This Role Matters: You will directly influence our product development, market expansion, and sustainability initiatives by anticipating paradigm shifts in AI, biotech, and sustainable infrastructure. Your insights will drive multi-year innovation pipelines and secure our competitive edge in the rapidly evolving global landscape.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 3-year innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 market projections
- Conduct horizon scanning for emerging technologies and societal trends
- Lead cross-functional workshops to integrate future insights into product strategy
- Produce scenario analyses for geopolitical, climate, and technological disruptions
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype next-generation solutions
- Present strategic recommendations to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Monitor patent landscapes and competitive intelligence for emerging sectors
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurism
- Proven experience with scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Strong data visualization and storytelling capabilities for complex concepts
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation strategy
- Certification in Foresight methodologies (e.g., from foresight.org) preferred