Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. In this pivotal role, you'll decode emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions to shape groundbreaking products that redefine industries. Collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and present foresight frameworks to global stakeholders. If you thrive at the intersection of technology anthropology and market strategy, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a 5-year foresight framework for tech convergence, AI ethics, and sustainable innovation
- Produce trend reports and scenario-planning models for executive decision-making
- Lead hackathons and design sprints to prototype 2026-ready solutions
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Present strategic foresight to Fortune 500 clients and investors
- Mentor innovation teams in future-proofing methodologies
- Monitor geopolitical and regulatory impacts on emerging tech ecosystems
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging tech
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial opportunities
- Deep expertise in AI, biotech, quantum computing, or climate tech
- Exceptional storytelling and executive presentation skills
- Master's or PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Experience with scenario planning tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis)
- Published thought leadership in innovation or technology journals
- Ability to synthesize complex data into actionable strategic recommendations