Job Description
Join Horizon Labs 2026 as a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist and help us architect tomorrow's reality today. We're seeking a forward-thinking pioneer to decode emerging technological paradigms and transform speculative concepts into market-defining innovations. This role sits at the intersection of quantum computing, biotechnology, and sustainable systems, requiring you to anticipate industry inflection points 3-5 years ahead of the curve.
As a key architect of our 2026 roadmap, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to embed foresight into product roadmaps, identify billion-dollar opportunities in nascent markets, and establish thought leadership through predictive whitepapers. Your insights will directly influence $500M+ R&D allocation across our autonomous robotics, climate AI, and neurotech divisions.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research on exponential technologies (quantum, synthetic biology, AGI)
- Develop predictive scenario models for 2026 market landscapes
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with engineering and product teams
- Author executive briefings on disruptive threats and opportunities
- Design patent-pending frameworks for future-proof organizational structures
- Partner with venture capital to identify pre-seed acquisition targets
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategy/innovation consulting or corporate R&D
- Published thought leadership on exponential technologies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or equivalent
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful future-oriented initiatives
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of Web3, climate tech, and neurotech ecosystems
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFSD preferred)