Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect breakthrough solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role blends foresight analysis with hands-on prototyping to transform speculative futures into actionable business strategies. Ideal for systems thinkers who thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and design.
You'll lead our Future Intelligence Division, collaborating with quantum computing teams, AI ethicists, and biotech innovators. This position offers unparalleled influence to shape how humanity navigates the coming decade of exponential change. If you can imagine the future, we'll give you the tools to build it.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech and societal trends to map 5-10 year future scenarios
- Develop innovation roadmaps aligning corporate strategy with anticipated market shifts
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen products/services
- Author forward-looking whitepapers and thought leadership for industry adoption
- Advise C-suite on risk mitigation and opportunity capture in volatile futures
- Curate partnerships with academic labs and government innovation initiatives
- Design and facilitate strategic foresight workshops for global stakeholders
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic innovation or technology foresight role
- Published work on AI ethics, quantum computing, or biotech convergence
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial applications
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Experience leading cross-disciplinary innovation teams
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impacts