Job Description
Join our elite foresight team at Horizon Innovations Group to architect the future of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Strategic Futurist to identify emerging trends, develop long-term strategic frameworks, and guide our organization through transformative technological and societal shifts. This high-impact role combines deep analytical rigor with creative foresight to shape our roadmap for the next decade.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, leveraging data-driven insights to anticipate paradigm shifts before they happen. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and innovation labs to translate future possibilities into actionable business strategies.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis across biotech, AI, quantum computing, and climate tech sectors
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for 2026-2030 market positioning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to integrate foresight into product development
- Author annual 'Future State' reports for executive and board audiences
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation accelerators
- Mentor junior futurists and build foresight capabilities across the organization
- Present strategic recommendations at industry conferences and thought leadership forums
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurism role
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial strategy
- Expertise in scenario planning, Delphi methods, and trend impact analysis
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional storytelling and executive communication skills
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from University of Houston)
- Portfolio of published future-oriented research or strategic frameworks