Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution as our Futurist Innovation Director. We're seeking a visionary leader to architect our 2026 roadmap, transforming cutting-edge concepts into market-disrupting realities. This role demands strategic foresight, cross-industry expertise, and the ability to navigate exponential change. You'll lead a multidisciplinary team in developing next-generation solutions while collaborating with C-suite executives to embed future-readiness into our DNA.
At Horizon Labs, we don't predict the future – we create it. Our culture rewards bold experimentation, intellectual curiosity, and collaborative disruption. This position offers unparalleled influence in shaping technologies that will redefine human experience by 2026.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 innovation strategy by identifying emerging tech trends and market disruptions
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping and scaling breakthrough solutions
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions, startups, and industry pioneers
- Present future scenarios to executive leadership and board members
- Manage $5M+ innovation portfolio with ROI-focused resource allocation
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote industry conferences
- Build and mentor a team of futurists, researchers, and innovation specialists
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, R&D, or futurist roles with Fortune 500 experience
- Proven track record of launching market-defining products/services post-2020
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field
- Published thought leader with 50+ citations in peer-reviewed journals
- Experience leading global innovation teams across 3+ continents
- Proficiency in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and trend analysis methodologies
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to diverse audiences