Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's breakthroughs. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and transform cutting-edge concepts into market-disrupting realities. This role demands a blend of technical acumen, creative foresight, and strategic execution to position us as industry pioneers.
As a key architect of our future, you'll collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to identify emerging trends, develop long-term innovation frameworks, and lead initiatives that redefine technological boundaries. Your insights will directly influence product development, market expansion, and investment strategies.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a 5-year innovation roadmap aligning with 2026 technological horizons
- Analyze emerging trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to identify disruptive opportunities
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping and validating futuristic concepts
- Present strategic foresight reports to C-suite executives and investors
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Drive adoption of emerging technologies through internal incubation programs
- Mentor junior strategists in future-focused methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology, Business, or Futures Studies with 7+ years experience
- Proven track record in strategic innovation within tech or advanced manufacturing
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and technology forecasting
- Deep knowledge of emerging tech landscapes (blockchain, AR/VR, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to stakeholders
- Experience with innovation frameworks (Design Thinking, Horizon Scanning)
- Portfolio of successful innovation initiatives with measurable impact