Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect pathways for 2026 and beyond. This role blends technological foresight with strategic execution to transform future possibilities into market-ready solutions. You'll collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to pioneer breakthrough concepts that redefine industries.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to identify disruptive opportunities
- Develop strategic roadmaps for product innovation aligned with 2026 market projections
- Lead scenario-planning workshops to forecast industry shifts and competitive landscapes
- Partner with R&D teams to translate future concepts into actionable development plans
- Present strategic insights to C-suite executives and external stakeholders
- Curate trend intelligence reports and innovation frameworks
- Drive adoption of future-focused methodologies across organization
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven experience with trend analysis and scenario planning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impact
- Exceptional storytelling skills for communicating complex future scenarios
- Portfolio demonstrating futurist projects or published trend analyses
- Experience collaborating with global research institutions and tech labs