Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our 2026 roadmap. This hybrid role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to position our technology portfolio at the industry's cutting edge.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to translate future scenarios into actionable strategies, driving breakthrough innovations that redefine markets. Our dynamic environment offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of tech while working alongside Nobel laureates and industry pioneers.
Responsibilities
- Forecast technology and societal trends impacting 2026 business landscapes
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for R&D and product development
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing solutions
- Present strategic insights to executive stakeholders and investor boards
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Quantify market opportunities and competitive disruption vectors
- Mentor junior futurists and build foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Strategy, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial strategy
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning
- Strong data visualization and storytelling skills for complex concepts
- Experience with AI/ML, biotech, or quantum computing domains
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC/FS) preferred