Job Description
Join InnovateHorizon Labs as a 2026 Futurist Strategist and shape tomorrow's innovations today. We're seeking a visionary thinker to decode emerging trends and architect long-term strategies for our global tech portfolio. This role blends data science, foresight methodologies, and business acumen to transform uncertainty into opportunity.
Why this role matters: As industries accelerate toward 2026, your insights will directly influence product roadmaps, market positioning, and sustainable growth initiatives. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and external futurists to build actionable frameworks for the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and their 2026+ implications
- Develop scenario-planning models for high-uncertainty market environments
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-state strategies
- Produce quarterly foresight reports with data-driven strategic recommendations
- Identify emerging technologies and partnerships for competitive advantage
- Represent company at futurist conferences and industry symposia
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or technology forecasting
- Expertise in horizon scanning, Delphi methods, and trend analysis frameworks
- Proven ability to translate complex data into executive-level narratives
- Certification in Foresight (e.g., CFIP) or relevant analytics tools
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful strategic foresight projects
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to influence senior leadership