Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Vision Labs as we architect the future. We're seeking a 2026 Futurist & Innovation Lead to spearhead groundbreaking initiatives that will redefine industries. This role requires a strategic thinker who thrives at the intersection of technology, foresight, and human-centric design. You'll develop roadmaps for emerging tech ecosystems while mentoring cross-functional teams to transform ambitious concepts into market-ready innovations.
Positioned at the forefront of the next technological revolution, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research institutions, and global startups to anticipate and shape the 2026 digital landscape. This is your chance to build legacy-defining solutions that impact billions.
Responsibilities
- Architect 5-year innovation roadmaps for quantum computing, AI ethics, and biotech convergence
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing patent-pending solutions for 2026 market needs
- Conduct horizon-scanning research to identify disruptive technologies and trends
- Present strategic foresight frameworks to executive leadership and investors
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Mentor R&D teams in human-centered design methodologies
- Drive organizational culture of exponential thinking and calculated risk-taking
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or equivalent experience
- Minimum 8 years in tech strategy or innovation leadership roles
- Proven track record launching products with $50M+ market impact
- Expertise in emerging technologies: AGI, quantum computing, synthetic biology
- Published research in peer-reviewed foresight or innovation journals
- Exceptional storytelling and stakeholder communication skills
- Proficiency in strategic foresight frameworks (e.g., Delphi, Scenario Planning)