Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and pioneer breakthrough solutions. This pivotal role demands a blend of foresight, technical acumen, and strategic leadership to redefine industries and create sustainable futures.
As a cornerstone of our executive team, you'll leverage cutting-edge methodologies like scenario planning and horizon scanning to identify emerging trends, assess disruptive technologies, and guide organizational adaptation. You'll collaborate with global R&D teams to transform futuristic concepts into market-ready innovations while fostering a culture of continuous evolution.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology and human potential, with a proven ability to translate complex futures into actionable strategies. This is your opportunity to shape the next generation of breakthroughs.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 innovation roadmaps using advanced trend analysis and predictive modeling
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-generation technologies and business models
- Present strategic foresight findings to C-suite executives and board members
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Design and implement organizational change frameworks for future readiness
- Monitor geopolitical, technological, and societal shifts affecting industry landscapes
- Drive culture transformation initiatives promoting agile innovation
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 10+ years in innovation strategy, R&D leadership, or futurism roles
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and trend analysis
- Strong proficiency in AI/ML, quantum computing, or biotech domains
- Exceptional communication skills for executive stakeholder management
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., ACIF, APF)
- Published research or thought leadership in future technologies