Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Innovations Inc. as we shape the future of technology and society. We seek a pioneering 2026 Strategic Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative strategies for the next decade. This role demands an unparalleled blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and executive leadership to position our organization at the forefront of innovation.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop long-term roadmaps, anticipate disruptive shifts across industries, and translate foresight into actionable business intelligence. Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics, turning tomorrow's uncertainties into today's competitive advantages.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions
- Develop strategic frameworks and scenario models for 2026-2030 business planning
- Present foresight insights to executive leadership and cross-functional teams
- Design innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term organizational objectives
- Conduct quantitative/qualitative research on future trends and their implications
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and think tanks
- Author forward-looking thought leadership and trend reports
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Economics, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology research
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling capabilities
- Experience advising C-suite executives on long-term strategy
- Published thought leadership in future studies or innovation journals