Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's technology revolution. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect the future of 2026 and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge research, strategic foresight, and disruptive innovation to transform how humanity interacts with emerging technologies. You'll lead cross-functional teams in developing breakthrough solutions while shaping our company's long-term innovation roadmap.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy. You'll collaborate with world-class engineers, designers, and thought leaders to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities across AI, quantum computing, biotechnology, and sustainable systems. If you're passionate about solving humanity's grand challenges and shaping a better future, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning research to identify emerging trends and disruptive technologies with 2026+ impact
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with market disruption and societal needs
- Architect cross-functional R&D initiatives for next-generation solutions
- Present futuristic insights to C-suite executives and board stakeholders
- Collaborate with product teams to integrate foresight into development lifecycles
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and innovation ecosystems
- Produce thought leadership publications and industry trend reports
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Strategy, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in innovation strategy, R&D leadership, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies
- Deep expertise in AI, quantum systems, or biotech convergence
- Exceptional systems thinking and scenario planning abilities
- Published thought leadership in tech foresight or innovation
- Experience leading cross-disciplinary innovation teams
- Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills