Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to shape our 2026 roadmap and beyond. In this pivotal role, you'll decode emerging trends, architect transformative solutions, and lead cross-functional teams to pioneer breakthrough technologies. Your strategic foresight will directly influence how we navigate the convergence of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable ecosystems.
What you'll achieve: Design 10-year innovation blueprints, secure $5M+ R&D funding, and launch market-defining products. You'll partner with C-suite executives to future-proof our organization while mentoring the next generation of innovators.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement long-term innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 technological inflection points
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping and validating breakthrough concepts
- Analyze global tech trends, patent landscapes, and competitive disruption vectors
- Secure strategic partnerships with academic institutions and industry pioneers
- Present innovation frameworks to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Establish KPIs for measuring future-readiness and ROI on innovation initiatives
- Mentor junior strategists in futures thinking methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy, R&D, or innovation leadership with Fortune 500 experience
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum, biotech, climate tech)
- Proven track record of launching scalable innovation programs
- Strong analytical skills with ability to model complex future scenarios
- Exceptional communication skills for translating foresight into actionable strategy
- Advanced degree in relevant field (MBA, MS Engineering, PhD preferred)
- Portfolio showcasing published foresight work or patented innovations