Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. as a 2026 Futurist Innovation Strategist and architect the future of tomorrow. We're seeking a trailblazing professional to decode emerging trends and shape our innovation roadmap for the post-2025 landscape. This hybrid role combines cutting-edge research with strategic implementation to position our organization at the forefront of technological and societal evolution.
What You'll Achieve: Lead transformative initiatives that bridge current capabilities with 2026's horizon, drive cross-functional innovation sprints, and present compelling future scenarios to C-suite executives. You'll collaborate with MIT's Future of Work Lab and our AI Ethics Council to develop ethical frameworks for next-generation technologies.
Responsibilities
- Architect 2026 innovation roadmaps through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional 'Future Labs' to prototype solutions for 2026 market landscapes
- Develop ethical AI governance frameworks for emerging autonomous systems
- Present future scenario briefings to board members and industry consortiums
- Manage $2M+ innovation portfolio with ROI-focused KPIs
- Partner with Stanford's Digital Futures Institute on meta-universe integration
- Drive sustainability initiatives aligning with 2030 UN SDGs
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Innovation, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record with scenario planning and trend forecasting methodologies
- Expertise in emerging tech: AGI, quantum computing, or bio-integration
- Published thought leadership in futurist or innovation journals
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC/FS) preferred
- Experience with blockchain-based incentive systems for collaborative innovation