Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we architect the future. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to lead our 2026 technology roadmap and identify disruptive opportunities across emerging domains. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and executive leadership to transform abstract concepts into actionable business strategies.
As a cornerstone of our Innovation Lab, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to anticipate paradigm shifts in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. Your insights will directly shape product roadmaps, investment decisions, and market positioning for the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technology trends and societal shifts to forecast 2026+ market disruptions
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for quantum-resistant cryptography and decentralized ecosystems
- Lead cross-functional workshops to ideate next-gen AI applications in healthcare and climate tech
- Produce executive-ready trend reports with actionable recommendations for board stakeholders
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and tech incubators for future-proof R&D
- Design innovation metrics to track progress toward 2026 sustainability and ethical AI benchmarks
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech R&D leadership
- Portfolio demonstrating published trend analysis or scenario planning for 2025+
- Expertise in AI governance, quantum computing applications, or climate tech
- Proficiency in horizon scanning methodologies and trend analysis tools
- Experience advising Fortune 500 executives on technology disruption
- Strong presentation skills with executive audiences and public speaking experience