Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's disruption. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our next-generation roadmap and lead transformative initiatives. This role blends cutting-edge foresight with pragmatic execution, shaping how industries evolve in the coming decade.
You'll partner with C-suite executives to identify emerging paradigms, develop adaptive frameworks, and drive innovation ecosystems. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and market evolution, this is your opportunity to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Architect 2026+ innovation roadmaps using horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional labs to prototype breakthrough solutions for future markets
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks for board-level decision-making
- Partner with R&D to commercialize emerging technologies (quantum, biotech, AI)
- Conduct scenario planning for geopolitical and market disruptions
- Build innovation ecosystems through strategic partnerships
- Present future-state visions to investors and key stakeholders
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy, innovation, or futurism roles
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI/ML, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Proven track record of commercializing future-focused initiatives
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFAP, CFS) preferred
- Advanced degree in strategy, technology, or social sciences
- Experience building innovation labs or incubators
- Presentation skills for executive audiences
- Published thought leadership on future trends