Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role sits at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market disruption, requiring you to anticipate paradigm shifts before they happen. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global thought leaders to pioneer next-generation frameworks that redefine industries. Our dynamic startup environment offers unparalleled autonomy to experiment with cutting-edge methodologies while shaping the future of sustainable technology.
At Horizon Labs, we believe the future belongs to those who imagine it first. You'll lead high-stakes projects in quantum computing, biotech convergence, and AI ethics, translating foresight into actionable blueprints. This isn't just a job—it's a mandate to accelerate human progress.
Responsibilities
- Anticipate global technology and societal shifts through trend analysis and scenario modeling
- Develop 5-year innovation roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients in tech, healthcare, and energy sectors
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping breakthrough solutions for 2026 market readiness
- Establish strategic partnerships with research institutions and government innovation labs
- Present disruptive foresight frameworks to executive stakeholders and investor boards
- Monitor emerging tech ethics frameworks and advise on responsible innovation practices
- Quantify future market opportunities through predictive analytics and competitive modeling
Qualifications
- 10+ years in innovation strategy, futurism, or technology forecasting with Fortune 500 exposure
- Proven track record of launching products/services based on future trend analysis
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (quantum, AI, synthetic biology, neurotech)
- Exceptional scenario planning and systems thinking capabilities
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation journals
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or equivalent field
- Experience advising C-suite on disruptive market transformations
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (Delphi, Horizon Scanning, STEEP analysis)