Job Description
Join FutureHorizon Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Innovation Strategist to architect the future of human-machine collaboration, leveraging cutting-edge AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology. This role sits at the intersection of foresight research, product development, and market disruption, requiring both analytical rigor and creative brilliance.
In our dynamic San Francisco hub, you'll lead cross-functional teams to transform emerging trends into actionable blueprints. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, Silicon Valley disruptors, and government futurists to shape paradigms that will define the next decade. This isn't just a job—it's your chance to rewrite the rules of innovation.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-10 year roadmaps for emerging technologies (quantum AI, neural interfaces, synthetic biology)
- Lead scenario-planning workshops with C-suite executives and government agencies
- Identify and vet disruptive startups for strategic partnerships or acquisition
- Present foresight insights to global stakeholders at Davos-level forums
- Build proprietary innovation frameworks using predictive analytics and machine learning
- Mentor a team of futurists and technology scouts
- Publish thought leadership in top-tier industry publications
Qualifications
- 15+ years in tech strategy, R&D leadership, or futurism with Fortune 500 impact
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Proven track record of launching breakthrough technologies (3+ case studies)
- Expertise in quantum computing and generative AI applications
- Deep understanding of global policy landscapes affecting technological adoption
- Fluency in scenario planning tools and foresight methodologies
- Published author in innovation or technology journals
- Security clearance or ability to obtain for government collaborations