Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We seek a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to map emerging technologies and societal shifts through 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role shapes our R&D roadmap, identifies disruptive opportunities, and guides cross-functional teams toward breakthrough solutions. You'll collaborate with quantum computing researchers, biotech pioneers, and AI ethicists to build a future-ready enterprise.
Our dynamic environment offers unparalleled autonomy to explore speculative scenarios, develop foresight frameworks, and influence global industry dialogues. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, anthropology, and strategic planning, this is your chance to define the next decade of human progress.
Responsibilities
- Map technological and societal megatrends through 2026 horizon scanning
- Develop foresight frameworks using scenario planning and speculative design
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with R&D, product, and engineering teams
- Produce trend reports and strategic briefs for C-suite stakeholders
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Guide ethical frameworks for emerging technologies (quantum, AI, biotech)
- Present future scenarios to investors and industry consortiums
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Expertise in horizon scanning and trend analysis methodologies
- Strong background in emerging technologies (quantum computing, AI, synthetic biology)
- Experience developing speculative scenarios and strategic roadmaps
- Exceptional communication skills for diverse technical and non-technical audiences
- Published thought leadership in futures or innovation publications