Job Description
Join FutureHorizons Inc. as we pioneer the next frontier of human advancement. We seek a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to architect the landscape of 2026 and beyond. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business transformation, requiring bold thinkers who can decode emerging trends into actionable blueprints for our global enterprise.
As a key member of our C-suite innovation team, you will lead high-stakes research initiatives, partner with Fortune 500 clients, and shape the future of industries from quantum computing to sustainable urban planning. If you thrive at the bleeding edge of possibility and possess the strategic acumen to transform foresight into market leadership, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning research to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026+
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients across AI, biotech, and climate sectors
- Conduct trend analysis workshops with C-suite executives to align organizational vision
- Author white papers and thought leadership pieces published in MIT Tech Review and similar forums
- Oversee cross-functional teams prototyping future-state solutions in our Silicon Valley innovation lab
- Forge strategic partnerships with academic institutions (MIT, Stanford) and government innovation hubs
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futurism with Fortune 500 experience
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related quantitative/qualitative discipline
- Proven track record of translating trend analysis into billion-dollar market opportunities
- Expertise in scenario planning, Delphi methodology, and emerging tech assessment frameworks
- Published thought leadership in top-tier innovation publications (e.g., Harvard Business Review)
- Deep network within Silicon Valley and global innovation ecosystems
- Exceptional communication skills for executive-level presentations and stakeholder influence