Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role combines cutting-edge research with strategic execution to shape our company's next decade of growth.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to identify paradigm shifts in technology, society, and markets, translating foresight into actionable roadmaps. Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of creativity and analytical rigor, driving initiatives that position us as industry pioneers.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, biotech, climate tech, quantum computing) to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for disruptive technology adoption
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing solutions
- Present strategic foresight insights to executive stakeholders and board members
- Build and manage a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry disruptors
- Author quarterly horizon scanning reports with actionable strategic recommendations
- Champion human-centered design principles in all future-state planning
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in innovation strategy, consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial opportunities
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI/ML, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Innovation Management (e.g., from APF or SOIF)