Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical implementation, shaping how industries evolve in the next 3+ years.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and R&D teams to identify paradigm-shifting technologies, conduct horizon-scanning analyses, and develop actionable innovation frameworks. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight and execution, this is your moment to impact the future.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research on emerging technologies (AI, quantum, biotech, climate) and market shifts through 2026
- Develop predictive models for industry disruption scenarios and opportunity landscapes
- Architect multi-year innovation roadmaps aligned with organizational vision
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into R&D priorities
- Produce trend reports and executive briefings with actionable recommendations
- Build strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 5+ years experience in corporate innovation strategy or technology foresight
- Portfolio demonstrating published trend analysis or scenario planning work
- Expertise in horizon scanning methodologies (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Exceptional storytelling skills to communicate complex futures to diverse stakeholders
- Experience with AI-driven trend analysis tools and data visualization