Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations as our Senior Futurist & Innovation Strategist. You'll architect transformative solutions that shape industries and redefine human potential in the 2026 landscape. This pivotal role demands visionary thinking to decode emerging trends and translate them into actionable business strategies that drive exponential growth.
We're seeking a strategic architect who thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to build resilient futures while mentoring cross-functional teams in agile innovation methodologies. Your impact will span market disruption scenarios, ethical AI frameworks, and sustainable development roadmaps.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year foresight frameworks identifying disruptive technologies and societal shifts
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints prototyping 2026 market-ready solutions
- Design scenario-planning models for climate resilience and resource optimization
- Architect ethical AI governance frameworks for next-gen automation systems
- Produce trend briefings for executive decision-making on quantum computing adoption
- Mentor teams in human-centered design methodologies for emerging interfaces
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions for collaborative R&D initiatives
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation management, or futures research
- Proven expertise in emerging technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology, AGI)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Innovation, or related field
- Published thought leadership on socio-technical transformation (2020-2025)
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (horizon scanning, Delphi analysis, backcasting)
- Experience scaling innovation labs in Fortune 500 environments
- Deep understanding of ethical implications for 2026 technological convergence
- Portfolio demonstrating successful commercialization of futuristic concepts