Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our 2026 roadmap. This role blends technological foresight with human-centered design to shape products that will define the next decade. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and present insights to global stakeholders. Our dynamic environment offers competitive equity, unlimited learning stipends, and the autonomy to pioneer uncharted territories.
Responsibilities
- Analyze horizon-scanning data (AI, biotech, climate tech) to identify disruptive opportunities
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for 2026 market landscapes
- Lead innovation workshops with R&D, product, and design teams
- Present strategic foresight to executive leadership and investors
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and think tanks
- Author thought leadership publications on future trends
- Mentor junior futurists in emerging methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, product innovation, or futurist research
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial strategies
- Expertise in systems thinking and scenario modeling
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- Published work on emerging technology impacts (2020-2025)
- Experience leading cross-functional innovation initiatives
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Exceptional communication skills for executive audiences