Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's breakthroughs. As a Futurist Innovation Strategist, you'll decode emerging trends to shape products that redefine industries. We're seeking a visionary leader to bridge cutting-edge research with market-ready solutions in our San Francisco hub.
Our team operates at the intersection of AI, biotech, and sustainable tech. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, startup founders, and global policymakers to architect innovation roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. This role offers unparalleled exposure to transformative technologies while driving real-world impact.
Responsibilities
- Anticipate global tech shifts through trend analysis and horizon scanning
- Develop 5-year innovation roadmaps for AI-driven product ecosystems
- Lead cross-functional workshops with R&D, design, and executive teams
- Quantify market potential for emerging technologies through data modeling
- Present strategic foresight insights to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Curate partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Author thought leadership on future-tech convergence scenarios
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futurism, Innovation Management, or related field
- 7+ years in tech strategy with exposure to exponential technologies
- Proven track record of forecasting industry disruptions (portfolio required)
- Expertise in scenario planning and technology adoption curves
- Strong data visualization skills (Tableau/Power BI proficiency)
- Experience advising Fortune 500 companies on innovation strategy
- Deep knowledge of AI, quantum computing, or synthetic biology trends
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (preferred)