Job Description
Join FutureHorizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. As our 2026 Innovation Strategist, you'll architect groundbreaking solutions that redefine industries and shape the future landscape. We're seeking a visionary leader to spearhead our next-generation initiatives, leveraging emerging technologies to solve complex global challenges. This role offers unparalleled autonomy to ideate, prototype, and scale revolutionary concepts while collaborating with world-class experts in AI, biotechnology, and sustainable systems.
Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity and bold experimentation. You'll receive competitive equity, flexible work arrangements, and a dedicated innovation lab budget. If you're passionate about creating tangible impact through forward-thinking strategy, this is your opportunity to leave an indelible mark on the decade ahead.
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end innovation lifecycle from ideation to commercialization for 2026-era technologies
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating AI, quantum computing, and sustainable infrastructure
- Partner with C-suite executives to align innovation initiatives with long-term business objectives
- Manage cross-functional teams of researchers, engineers, and designers
- Secure $2M+ annual innovation budget through compelling ROI projections
- Monitor global tech trends and disruptor landscapes
- Present findings to industry panels and publish thought leadership
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation or R&D leadership within tech/biotech
- Proven track record scaling at least two breakthrough products/services
- Advanced degree in relevant field (MBA, PhD, or equivalent experience)
- Expertise in emerging tech ecosystems: AI/ML, blockchain, synthetic biology
- Exceptional financial modeling and venture capital experience
- Published thought leader with 50+ citations in innovation journals
- Fluency in future scenario planning methodologies