Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging technologies and shape our 2026 roadmap. This role blends deep technical acumen with strategic foresight to transform market opportunities into breakthrough solutions. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and R&D teams to pioneer next-gen products that redefine industries.
Why join us? Our culture rewards bold thinking and offers unparalleled resources for research, including access to proprietary AI trend-analysis platforms and partnerships with MIT's Media Lab. Enjoy flexible hybrid work, comprehensive wellness programs, and equity in a company valued at $2B+.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to forecast market shifts through 2026
- Develop innovation roadmaps aligning with corporate vision and investor expectations
- Lead cross-functional workshops to ideate future-proof product concepts
- Present strategic briefings to executive board and external stakeholders
- Partner with R&D to prototype and validate futuristic solutions
- Author thought leadership reports published in TechCrunch and Harvard Business Review
- Mentor junior strategists in futures research methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology Forecasting, Futures Studies, or related field
- 5+ years experience in corporate strategy or innovation consulting
- Proven track record predicting tech adoption curves (portfolio required)
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (AI/ML, quantum, AR/VR, etc.)
- Exceptional data visualization and scenario planning skills
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from AC/FS)
- Experience securing $1M+ innovation budgets
- Published thought leadership in top-tier industry publications