Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape as we pioneer breakthrough technologies for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends, architect transformative roadmaps, and lead cross-functional teams in realizing paradigm-shifting solutions. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your opportunity to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 5-year innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 market projections
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal shifts
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen products and services
- Present strategic foresight to C-suite executives and external stakeholders
- Collaborate with R&D to translate future scenarios into actionable R&D priorities
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems and competitive disruption vectors
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for high-uncertainty futures
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record in launching breakthrough products post-2020
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and technology forecasting
- Strong data storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (Delphi, Horizon Scanning)
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and societal impacts
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Innovation Management preferred