Job Description
Join Horizon Labs as a Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect the future of technology and human potential. We're seeking visionary thinkers to map emerging trends for 2026 and beyond, shaping products that redefine industries. This role combines deep research with strategic foresight, working with C-suite executives to build innovation roadmaps that anticipate market shifts and societal transformations.
At Horizon Labs, we blend cutting-edge AI research with human-centered design to solve tomorrow's challenges today. Our San Francisco hub serves as a global incubator for breakthrough technologies in quantum computing, neurotech, and sustainable systems. As part of our elite Future Vision Team, you'll influence projects that impact billions while working alongside Nobel laureates and industry pioneers.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify emerging technologies and market paradigms pre-2026
- Develop strategic innovation frameworks for Fortune 500 clients adapting to 2026 digital landscapes
- Produce trend analysis whitepapers and scenario-planning models for global stakeholders
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-facing solutions in AR/VR and biotech
- Present strategic foresight findings to executive leadership and investor forums
- Mentor cross-functional teams in adopting long-term innovation mindsets
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic consulting, innovation management, or futurist research
- Proven track record of mapping technology trends with 3+ year foresight horizons
- Expertise in scenario planning and systemic risk assessment methodologies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed innovation journals
- Proficiency in AI-driven trend analysis tools (e.g., GPT-4, Trendalytics)
- Experience advising C-suite on digital transformation and disruption readiness