Job Description
Join our elite team at Horizon Ventures Group to architect the future. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Lead to spearhead groundbreaking initiatives that will redefine industries by 2026. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight, technical acumen, and the ability to transform futuristic concepts into actionable roadmaps. You'll work alongside C-suite executives, research labs, and global partners to identify and capitalize on emerging technologies before they enter the mainstream.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, biotechnology, and sustainable innovation. This isn't just a job—it's an opportunity to shape the decade's most disruptive trends and build legacy-defining solutions.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 innovation roadmaps across AI, quantum computing, and next-gen biotech sectors
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype and validate futuristic technologies with $5M+ R&D budgets
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and global research consortia
- Present disruptive innovation frameworks to C-suite and board members with 90% adoption rate targets
- Monitor geopolitical and technological megatrends to anticipate paradigm shifts by 2026
- Drive ESG-compliant innovation strategies that align with UN Sustainable Development Goals
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy or innovation leadership with Fortune 500 experience
- Proven track record of launching products/services with 2026+ market impact
- Deep expertise in at least two of: AI/ML, quantum computing, synthetic biology, or climate tech
- Published thought leadership in future-tech journals (e.g., Nature Futures, MIT Tech Review)
- Executive presence with experience presenting to boards and government entities
- Advanced degree in STEM field, MBA, or equivalent futurist certification
- Fluency in strategic foresight methodologies (e.g., scenario planning, Delphi technique)