Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. to shape the future of technology and society. We seek a pioneering Futurist & Innovation Strategist to forecast emerging trends, develop long-term roadmaps, and drive transformative initiatives that will define 2026 and beyond. This role blends deep technical acumen with strategic foresight to position our organization at the cutting edge of innovation.
As a key member of our R&D division, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify disruptive opportunities, mitigate future risks, and translate foresight into actionable business strategies. Your work will directly influence product development, market positioning, and organizational resilience in an era of unprecedented change.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal shifts to forecast industry trends through 2030
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term business objectives
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for executive leadership and key stakeholders
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-focused solutions and validate market readiness
- Author high-impact trend reports and thought leadership content for industry audiences
- Establish KPIs for innovation initiatives and track progress against future-state benchmarks
- Advise on regulatory and ethical implications of emerging technologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Systems Engineering, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of developing future-focused roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in horizon scanning, trend analysis, and scenario planning methodologies
- Strong proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and trend-tracking platforms
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex concepts for diverse audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating published foresight work or implemented innovation strategies
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from the Association of Professional Futurists)