Job Description
Join our pioneering team at Horizon Innovations Group to architect the technological landscape of 2026. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist who will drive innovation at the intersection of emerging technologies and human-centric design. This role requires a forward-thinker capable of transforming abstract concepts into actionable blueprints for tomorrow's digital ecosystems.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global partners to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities in AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity and possesses the strategic foresight to navigate the complex interplay between technological possibilities and societal impact.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 technology roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients
- Lead cross-functional innovation workshops with R&D and product teams
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum, AR/VR, synthetic biology) for commercial viability
- Author thought leadership publications on future-of-work implications
- Design scenario-based frameworks for sustainable tech adoption
- Mentor junior futurists in strategic foresight methodologies
- Partner with venture capital arms to identify disruptive startups
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic consulting or corporate innovation leadership
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Published author or speaker at global tech conferences
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (preferred)
- Portfolio demonstrating 5+ future-focused projects