Job Description
Join FutureHorizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect the future of emerging technologies. This role bridges cutting-edge research with market disruption, requiring a blend of technical foresight and commercial acumen. You'll lead initiatives that shape industries, work with Nobel laureates, and transform theoretical concepts into billion-dollar opportunities. Our dynamic, patent-rich environment offers unparalleled resources for world-changing innovation.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives identifying breakthrough technologies with 2026 commercialization potential
- Develop patent roadmaps for emerging fields (quantum computing, bio-integration, AI autonomy)
- Partner with C-suite executives to align innovation portfolios with 10-year market trajectories
- Manage cross-functional R&D teams from ideation to prototype validation
- Present strategic futures to Fortune 500 clients and venture capital partners
- Author white papers that establish industry thought leadership
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, or Computer Science with 8+ years of R&D leadership
- Proven track record in commercializing emerging technologies (patents/VC exits)
- Expertise in exponential technology trends (quantum, synthetic biology, AGI)
- Experience with scenario planning and futures methodologies
- Strong network with academic institutions and national labs
- Exceptional communication skills for executive and technical audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ disruptive innovations launched to market