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 pioneer breakthrough solutions in emerging technologies. This role demands a blend of predictive analytics, creative foresight, and strategic execution to position our organization as the industry's innovation leader. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to translate futuristic concepts into actionable business strategies.
What You'll Achieve: Shape the next wave of technological disruption, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and develop proprietary frameworks for anticipating market evolution. Your insights will directly influence product development, investment decisions, and corporate vision for the 2026 horizon.
Responsibilities
- Architect and execute a multi-year innovation roadmap targeting 2026 market opportunities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across AI, biotech, quantum computing, and climate tech
- Facilitate executive workshops to translate foresight into strategic priorities
- Develop patent-prediction models and competitive intelligence frameworks
- Manage a $5M innovation portfolio with ROI-focused KPIs
- Present futuristic insights to investors, board members, and industry consortiums
- Mentor R&D teams in emerging technology adoption and scenario planning
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy/innovation with Fortune 500 or high-growth tech
- Proven track record in futures forecasting and technology adoption curves
- Expertise in scenario planning and strategic foresight methodologies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or relevant technical field
- Certification in Foresight or Innovation Management (preferred)
- Published thought leadership on technological disruption (IEEE/MIT/WSJ)
- Experience scaling innovation labs in regulated industries
- Proficiency in AI-driven trend analysis tools (e.g., GPT-4, Trendscope)