Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to architect our roadmap for the next era of human advancement. This pivotal role demands a blend of radical imagination, data-driven foresight, and cross-industry synthesis to shape our decade-long trajectory. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global think tanks to identify paradigm shifts in AI, biotech, and space exploration. Our culture rewards bold thinkers who turn speculative futures into actionable strategies.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a 2026 strategic foresight framework using scenario modeling and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional workshops to map emerging technologies to market opportunities
- Produce annual 'Future State' reports for executive stakeholders and investors
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation hubs
- Anticipate regulatory and ethical implications of breakthrough technologies
- Drive innovation sprints to prototype 2026-era products and services
- Mentor junior futurists and build organizational foresight capabilities
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurism
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial strategy
- Expertise in at least two of: AI, quantum computing, or synthetic biology
- Published thought leadership in future studies or technology forecasting
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Experience leading global teams across cultural and disciplinary boundaries
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., Horizon Scanning, Delphi Method)
- Portfolio demonstrating 5+ future-shaping projects