Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This role demands a blend of foresight, data-driven analysis, and cross-industry collaboration to identify emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market opportunities. You'll lead high-stakes initiatives that shape our product ecosystem and competitive edge in an accelerating world.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and systemic change. You'll partner with C-suite executives to translate future scenarios into actionable strategies, driving innovation across AI, sustainability, and human augmentation domains. This is your chance to redefine industries and leave a legacy.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain comprehensive 2026+ technology and market foresight frameworks
- Lead scenario-planning workshops to identify disruptive opportunities and threats
- Collaborate with R&D to translate future trends into product roadmaps
- Produce strategic briefings and executive presentations on emerging innovations
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and think tanks
- Monitor global tech policy and regulatory shifts affecting future markets
- Drive cross-functional innovation sprints for future-state solutions
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategy consulting, innovation management, or futurist research
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Proven track record of translating foresight into business outcomes
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Exceptional data synthesis and storytelling abilities
- Experience with horizon scanning and trend analysis methodologies
- Strong network in global innovation ecosystems
- Published thought leadership on future trends