Job Description
Join Horizon Labs as a Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking visionary minds who can decode emerging tech trends, reimagine business models, and lead organizations into the next frontier of human progress. This role combines cutting-edge research with hands-on implementation to shape industries before they transform.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and academic institutions to pioneer breakthrough innovations. Our dynamic environment offers unparalleled resources to explore quantum computing, biotech convergence, and AI-human symbiosis while building tangible solutions for tomorrow's challenges.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technology trends (quantum computing, neural interfaces, synthetic biology) to identify disruptive opportunities
- Develop 5-year innovation roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients across healthcare, energy, and manufacturing sectors
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen products and services
- Deliver strategic foresight briefings to executive stakeholders and industry conferences
- Establish partnerships with research labs and startup incubators for technology scouting
- Design ethical frameworks for deploying transformative technologies in real-world applications
- Produce thought leadership content including whitepapers and TED-style presentations
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategy consulting, R&D, or corporate innovation with proven impact
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging technology domains (e.g., AI, biotech, quantum)
- Portfolio demonstrating foresight work for Fortune 500 clients or major institutions
- Exceptional storytelling skills with ability to translate complex concepts for diverse audiences
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications
- Experience leading cross-cultural innovation teams across global markets
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (scenario planning, Delphi, horizon scanning)