Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's technology landscape. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect groundbreaking innovation strategies that will redefine industries by 2026. This pivotal role combines deep technological foresight with executive leadership to transform speculative concepts into market-ready solutions.
As a key architect of our innovation roadmap, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to anticipate paradigm shifts in AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology. Your strategic insights will directly influence our $2B R&D portfolio and shape products used by 500M+ users worldwide.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies with 2026+ commercial viability
- Develop evidence-based innovation roadmaps aligned with 5-year strategic objectives
- Facilitate executive workshops on future scenario planning and risk mitigation
- Direct cross-functional R&D teams in prototyping next-generation solutions
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote presentations at global forums
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Monitor geopolitical and socioeconomic factors affecting technology adoption timelines
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies (3+ major case studies)
- Expertise in AI/ML, quantum systems, or synthetic biology domains
- Proficiency in futures research methodologies (Delphi, Horizon Scanning, etc.)
- Exceptional data storytelling and executive communication skills
- Active membership in Association of Professional Futurists or similar body
- Portfolio published in Nature Futures, Harvard Business Review, or equivalent