Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role demands a blend of cutting-edge foresight, strategic brilliance, and cross-industry expertise to shape our next generation of breakthrough technologies.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and R&D pioneers to decode emerging trends, design market-ready innovations, and position our company as the undisputed leader in the post-2025 landscape. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and exponential growth, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech and societal trends to create 2026+ strategic roadmaps
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing prototype solutions for next-gen markets
- Conduct scenario planning for disruptive innovations in AI, biotech, and quantum computing
- Present future-vision frameworks to investors and executive stakeholders
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Author thought leadership publications on 2026 industry transformations
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of launching market-defining tech products/services
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and futures research methodologies
- Deep knowledge of emerging technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional presentation skills for executive audiences
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field
- Portfolio of published futurist frameworks or successful innovations