Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's breakthroughs. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic foresight to position our organization as the industry's thought leader.
Why you'll thrive here: Collaborate with Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley pioneers in our state-of-the-art innovation campus. We offer unlimited learning stipends, flexible hybrid work, and equity participation in breakthrough ventures.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to create 5-year strategic roadmaps
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with R&D, product, and executive teams
- Develop patentable frameworks for next-generation human-machine interfaces
- Present foresight findings to C-suite and board members through data-driven narratives
- Curate exclusive industry dialogues with futurists and academic pioneers
- Architect ethical frameworks for autonomous systems deployment
- Mentor junior innovation specialists in strategic foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years experience in corporate innovation or strategic foresight roles
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry whitepapers
- Proficiency in horizon scanning tools (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Portfolio demonstrating trend-translation to commercial opportunities
- Expertise in scenario planning and probabilistic modeling
- Track record influencing C-suite decisions through data-driven storytelling
- Competency in Python/R for trend simulation and forecasting