Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect the future of technology and human progress. This role blends deep technological foresight with strategic business planning to position our organization at the vanguard of 2026's emerging landscape. You'll lead cross-functional initiatives, anticipate paradigm shifts, and develop actionable roadmaps for next-generation solutions. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and market evolution, this is your opportunity to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain comprehensive 2026 technology trend forecasts across AI, biotech, and quantum computing
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for C-suite executives on disruptive market shifts
- Design strategic roadmaps for emerging tech adoption and integration
- Collaborate with R&D to prototype future-facing solutions
- Produce annual 'State of the Future' thought leadership reports
- Build external partnerships with innovation hubs and academic research centers
- Advise product teams on long-term feature development aligned with future trends
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Systems Thinking, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging tech roles
- Deep expertise in AI, quantum computing, or synthetic biology ecosystems
- Proven track record of translating future insights into business strategy
- Exceptional systems thinking and scenario modeling capabilities
- Published thought leadership on technological disruption
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Innovation Management preferred
- Experience with horizon scanning methodologies and trend analysis tools