Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role blends foresight research, technology trend analysis, and strategic implementation to position our company as an industry disruptor. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to translate emerging technologies into market-ready innovations.
What You'll Achieve: Pioneer breakthrough methodologies for long-term trend forecasting, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and develop actionable frameworks that shape our strategic priorities for 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to identify disruptive opportunities for 2026 market landscape
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks and scenario-planning models for 5-10 year horizons
- Lead innovation workshops with executive stakeholders to align on future-state vision
- Author thought leadership reports on industry evolution and competitive disruption
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-facing solutions
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and academic researchers
- Translate foresight insights into actionable business strategies with measurable KPIs
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic innovation, trend analysis, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of implementing future-focused strategies in Fortune 500 environments
- Expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and systems thinking methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Exceptional storytelling skills to communicate complex futures to diverse stakeholders
- Published thought leadership in innovation or forespace publications
- Experience leading cross-functional teams through transformational change