Job Description
Join Horizon Labs as we architect tomorrow's reality today. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and transform them into groundbreaking business opportunities. This pivotal role bridges speculative foresight with actionable strategy, ensuring our leadership stays ahead of the 2026 horizon.
In this position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to design future-proof roadmaps while cultivating a culture of radical innovation. You'll leverage cutting-edge research methodologies to identify paradigm shifts, then translate complex insights into executable frameworks that drive market disruption.
Responsibilities
- Architect 5-year innovation roadmaps aligned with emerging tech and societal shifts
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives across AI, biotech, and quantum computing domains
- Translate future scenarios into product development strategies with measurable ROI
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to embed foresight into organizational DNA
- Publish thought leadership reports that position Horizon Labs as the future authority
- Develop patentable frameworks for next-generation business models
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused R&D
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Proven track record of launching tech products with 3+ year market foresight
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of emerging tech convergence patterns
- Exceptional storytelling skills to communicate complex futures to diverse stakeholders