Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of innovation as we architect the future. We seek a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, shape long-term roadmaps, and position our brand as the industry's thought leader. This role blends deep research, strategic foresight, and cross-functional leadership to transform 2026's possibilities into today's competitive advantage.
What you'll achieve:
- Pioneer breakthrough market strategies for 2026+
- Lead high-impact innovation sprints with executive stakeholders
- Develop patent-pending future scenarios using AI-driven analytics
- Build our global thought leadership platform
Responsibilities
- Architect 5-year strategic vision using trend analysis and horizon scanning
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with C-suite executives
- Develop patent-pending future scenarios using proprietary AI analytics
- Author white papers and keynote presentations for industry summits
- Manage $2M innovation budget for prototype development
- Mentor junior futurists in emerging methodologies
- Partner with R&D to commercialize 2026-ready technologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation, or consulting
- Expertise in AI/ML, quantum computing, or biotech trends
- Published thought leadership in top-tier journals
- Proven track record of scaling future-ready products
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Business, or Engineering
- Experience with scenario planning tools (e.g., STEEP analysis)
- Portfolio of 2025+ commercialization projects
- Certified Futurist (CF) preferred