Job Description
Join Horizon Labs as a Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect the technological and societal landscapes of 2026 and beyond. We're seeking visionary minds to decode emerging trends, develop long-term strategic roadmaps, and lead cross-functional initiatives that redefine industries. This role combines foresight analysis with hands-on innovation execution in a dynamic, impact-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and translate insights into actionable strategic frameworks for 2026+ horizons
- Lead scenario planning workshops with C-suite executives to prepare for disruptive market shifts
- Develop and implement innovation pipelines targeting $100M+ market opportunities
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-ready solutions
- Present strategic foresight findings to stakeholders through compelling visual narratives
- Drive organizational adoption of future-proof technologies and methodologies
- Build and manage a global network of futurists and industry experts
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of developing and implementing 5+ year strategic roadmaps
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to diverse audiences
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., from World Future Society) preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating foresight projects with measurable impact