Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group as a Senior Futurist 2026 and lead the charge into tomorrow's technological frontier. We're seeking visionary strategists to decode emerging trends, shape corporate innovation roadmaps, and position our clients at the vanguard of progress. This role blends deep analytical prowess with creative foresight to transform futuristic concepts into actionable business strategies.
In our dynamic San Francisco hub, you'll collaborate with industry pioneers, leverage cutting-edge research methodologies, and present transformative insights to C-suite executives. If you're passionate about anticipating paradigm shifts and engineering the future, this is your opportunity to make an indelible impact.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and market trends for 2026-2030
- Develop and present strategic foresight reports to executive leadership and Fortune 500 clients
- Design innovation frameworks and scenario-planning models for emerging industries
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to align organizational strategy with future opportunities
- Author thought leadership publications on technological convergence and societal impacts
- Maintain proprietary trend intelligence database and predictive analytics tools
- Represent the firm at global innovation summits and future-focused conferences
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and technology roadmapping
- Deep understanding of emerging tech: quantum computing, AI ethics, biotech convergence
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive-level communication experience
- Published research or patents in future-oriented domains
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., Shaping Alternative Futures, Delphi)