Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as we redefine tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Lead Futurist to architect our 2026 strategic roadmap and transform cutting-edge concepts into actionable innovation. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, where you'll guide our organization through paradigm shifts while maintaining competitive advantage in an exponentially evolving world.
Responsibilities
- Architect multi-year strategic foresight frameworks for 2026+ horizons
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with AI, biotech, and quantum computing teams
- Develop predictive market models using advanced data analytics and trend synthesis
- Collaborate with C-suite to embed future-readiness into corporate DNA
- Produce visionary whitepapers and thought leadership for industry disruption
- Mentor next-generation futurists through Horizon's Innovation Academy
- Establish ethical guardrails for emerging technology adoption
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futures research
- Proven track record of developing 5+ year strategic roadmaps
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Deep fluency in emerging tech: AI, Web3, synthetic biology, neurotech
- Exceptional storytelling skills for communicating complex futures
- Published author or keynote speaker at global innovation forums
- Portfolio demonstrating tangible future-shaping impact