Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's breakthroughs. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our 2026 roadmap. In this pivotal role, you'll transform foresight into actionable strategies that redefine industries and position our company as a global innovation leader.
About Horizon Innovations: A Silicon Valley pioneer in quantum computing and biotech convergence, we empower teams to build the future today. Our culture blends cutting-edge research with human-centered design, creating an environment where your ideas can reshape reality.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum, biotech) to forecast market shifts through 2028
- Develop strategic frameworks for product innovation aligned with future consumer behaviors
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into R&D priorities
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, scientists, and industry disruptors
- Author thought leadership reports and predictive models for executive decision-making
- Collaborate with product teams to integrate future-ready features into development cycles
- Present trend analysis to C-suite and board members quarterly
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial opportunities
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Portfolio showcasing published future-focused research or frameworks