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Lead Futurist - 2026 Innovation Lab

Horizon Dynamics Inc.
San Francisco
Estimated Salary
USD 180.000 – USD 250.000
Live Update
28 Juni 2026
Deadline
28 Jun 2027

Job Description

Join Horizon Dynamics' elite 2026 Innovation Lab as we pioneer tomorrow's breakthrough technologies today. We seek a visionary Lead Futurist to shape our strategic roadmap for the post-2025 landscape. This role combines cutting-edge foresight methodologies with hands-on prototyping to transform abstract concepts into market-ready innovations.

As a key architect of our 2026 vision, you'll collaborate with quantum computing researchers, AI ethicists, and sustainable materials scientists. Our lab operates at the intersection of biotechnology, space exploration, and decentralized systems, offering unparalleled opportunities to impact humanity's trajectory.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement multi-year strategic foresight frameworks targeting 2026+ market disruptions
  • Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-generation solutions (quantum AI, climate tech, neurointerfaces)
  • Establish partnerships with academic institutions and government innovation labs
  • Produce scenario analyses and risk assessments for emerging technologies
  • Present strategic recommendations to C-suite and board stakeholders
  • Manage a $5M+ innovation portfolio with ROI tracking mechanisms
  • Mentor junior futurists using Horizon's proprietary FutureStack methodology

Qualifications

  • 15+ years in strategic foresight, R&D leadership, or emerging technology innovation
  • Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
  • Published research in peer-reviewed foresight or technology journals
  • Proven track record of commercializing futuristic concepts
  • Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and technology roadmapping
  • Strong network with DARPA, NSF, or equivalent innovation ecosystems
  • Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., CSF, APF)
  • Experience scaling innovation teams across international markets

Required Skills

Strategic Foresight Technology Roadmapping Quantum Computing AI Ethics Scenario Planning Innovation Management Systems Thinking Emerging Technologies

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