Job Description
Shape tomorrow with Horizon Innovations Group, a pioneer in next-generation technology solutions. We seek a visionary Futurist Strategist to lead our 2026 roadmap, transforming cutting-edge research into actionable business strategies. Join our elite team at the intersection of AI, biotech, and sustainable innovation, where your insights will directly influence global industry trends.
What you'll achieve:
• Design and execute forward-looking strategic frameworks for 2026 technology adoption
• Collaborate with C-suite executives to align innovation with market disruption
• Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping future-proof business models
• Establish thought leadership through white papers and industry conferences
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 trend forecasts across AI, quantum computing, and climate tech sectors
- Translate emerging technologies into scalable commercial opportunities
- Partner with R&D to accelerate prototype-to-production timelines
- Build strategic alliances with academic institutions and government bodies
- Create executive dashboards tracking disruption indicators and market shifts
- Lead scenario planning for geopolitical and technological black swan events
- Mentor junior strategists in futures methodology and critical analysis
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Systems Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning at Fortune 500 or high-growth startups
- Proven track record in forecasting technology adoption cycles
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Published research on exponential technologies or future studies
- Experience with AI-driven trend analysis platforms (e.g., Gartner, Forrester)
- Strong network in venture capital and innovation ecosystems
- Ability to communicate complex futures to non-technical stakeholders