Job Description
Join Horizon Labs as a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to architect the future beyond 2026. We seek a trailblazer to decode emerging trends, pioneer breakthrough technologies, and transform visionary concepts into tangible business strategies. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and executive leadership to position our company at the forefront of global innovation.
At Horizon Labs, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and industry disruptors to map technological trajectories, identify paradigm shifts, and incubate next-generation solutions. Your insights will directly shape our product roadmap, investment priorities, and long-term competitive advantage in an exponentially evolving landscape.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis across AI, biotech, quantum computing, and sustainable energy sectors
- Develop 5-10 year strategic foresight frameworks and scenario planning models
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-focused solutions
- Present executive briefings and stakeholder roadmaps with data-driven future projections
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions, startups, and think tanks
- Author thought leadership publications on emerging technology impacts
- Oversee the 'Horizon 2026' initiative portfolio
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, R&D leadership, or innovation consulting
- Proven track record of translating futuristic concepts into commercial applications
- Expertise in systems thinking, scenario planning, and technology forecasting
- Strong network within Silicon Valley tech and venture capital ecosystems
- Exceptional communication skills for executive audiences
- Published research or patents in emerging technology domains
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., Delphi method, STEEP analysis)