Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to shape our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role requires a strategic mind obsessed with emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to identify high-impact opportunities while navigating complex futurescapes. Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, translates foresight into actionable strategy, and possesses an unwavering passion for what's next. Be the architect of innovation in a company that invests $500M annually in R&D.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies, societal trends, and geopolitical shifts to forecast market opportunities through 2030
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for board-level decision-making and strategic pivots
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align innovation initiatives with long-term vision
- Author forward-looking whitepapers and thought leadership for industry conferences
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-focused solutions and validate market readiness
- Establish KPIs for innovation maturity and track progress against 2026 milestones
- Mentor junior futurists and build a global foresight network
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused R&D
- Proven track record translating foresight into commercialized products/services
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or MBA with innovation focus
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep knowledge of AI, quantum computing, bio-convergence, and climate tech trajectories
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or top-tier media outlets