Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect groundbreaking solutions for emerging global challenges. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge foresight with actionable strategy, driving our mission to shape a sustainable, technologically advanced future.
Why Join Us? As part of our elite innovation ecosystem, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, Silicon Valley pioneers, and global policy influencers. Our San Francisco campus offers unparalleled resources including quantum computing labs, biotech incubators, and AI-powered innovation studios.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026+ strategic roadmaps for emerging technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology, neurotech)
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with R&D, design, and commercialization teams
- Produce actionable foresight reports for C-suite and board stakeholders
- Identify and mitigate systemic risks across global supply chains and geopolitical landscapes
- Curate exclusive innovation summits with Fortune 500 partners and government entities
- Drive patent development for breakthrough sustainable technologies
- Mentor next-generation futurists through our Horizon Academy program
Qualifications
- PhD or equivalent in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or Innovation Management
- 10+ years in strategic foresight with Fortune 500 or Big Tech innovation leadership
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed futures journals (e.g., Future Studies Quarterly)
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and technology roadmapping
- Proven track record of scaling innovations from concept to $100M+ commercial impact
- Proficiency in AI-driven foresight tools (e.g., Palantir Metis, IBM Watson Discovery)
- Global network with futurist communities and innovation thought leaders
- Certification in Advanced Futures Methodology (AFM) or equivalent