Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role demands a blend of cutting-edge foresight, strategic planning, and disruptive thinking to transform emerging trends into market-leading solutions. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and R&D pioneers to shape the future of sustainable technology, AI ethics, and human-machine collaboration. If you thrive at the intersection of imagination and execution, this is your chance to redefine industries.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026+ innovation roadmaps through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate future scenarios into actionable strategies
- Conduct deep-dive research on emerging technologies (quantum computing, neurotech, climate AI)
- Partner with product teams to integrate future-proofing into development lifecycles
- Present visionary insights to investors and board members through compelling narratives
- Establish ethical frameworks for next-generation autonomous systems
- Mentor innovation fellows on future-focused methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of implementing future-oriented solutions (showcase 2+ case studies)
- Expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and technology roadmapping
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (blockchain, synthetic biology, AGI)
- Exceptional storytelling and executive communication skills
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation journals
- Experience with agile and lean innovation methodologies