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 breakthrough solutions for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy, shaping how organizations navigate exponential change. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and pioneer frameworks that turn future possibilities into competitive advantages. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market evolution, this is your opportunity to define the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to identify disruptive opportunities through 2026
- Develop scenario-planning models for enterprise clients facing technological discontinuity
- Lead design-thinking workshops with Fortune 500 executives to co-create future-proof strategies
- Produce trend-reports and whitepapers published in industry-leading journals
- Build and manage an ecosystem of futurists, technologists, and academic partners
- Present strategic foresight insights at global innovation conferences
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field with 8+ years experience
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial innovation (portfolio required)
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AGI, synthetic biology, quantum applications)
- Exceptional storytelling abilities with executive presentation experience
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation strategy domains
- Certification in scenario planning (e.g., Shell Methodology) preferred
- Fluency in emerging tech frameworks (e.g., Gartner Hype Cycle, S-Curve analysis)