Job Description
Shape the future at Horizon Labs as we pioneer breakthrough technologies for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends, architect next-gen solutions, and lead cross-functional teams in transforming disruptive concepts into market reality. Join our elite R&D division where science fiction becomes scientific fact.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global tech, economic, and societal trends to identify 2026+ opportunities
- Develop 5-year innovation roadmaps aligned with quantum computing, AI ethics, and biotech convergence
- Lead workshops with C-suite to prioritize future-focused R&D investments
- Partner with MIT, Stanford, and EU Tech Hubs on collaborative research initiatives
- Author whitepapers on human-AI symbiosis and sustainable tech ecosystems
- Drive agile prototyping of blockchain-integrated smart infrastructure
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 10+ years in strategic foresight or corporate innovation at Fortune 500 firms
- Published research on AI governance, climate tech, or neuro-interfaces
- Fluency in Python, R, and predictive modeling platforms
- Experience with scenario planning frameworks (e.g., Delphi, STEEPLE)
- Portfolio demonstrating trend analysis for 2020-2025 accuracy
- Certification in Sustainable Innovation or Technology Ethics