Job Description
Join Horizon Labs Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's technology landscape. As a Futurist Innovation Strategist, you'll shape our 2026 roadmap by analyzing emerging trends, developing long-term vision frameworks, and driving transformative projects that redefine industries. We're seeking a visionary thinker to bridge cutting-edge research with practical business applications in an agile, AI-powered environment.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics, with a passion for anticipating paradigm shifts. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to create actionable blueprints for the next generation of human-machine collaboration.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across AI, biotech, quantum computing, and sustainable energy sectors
- Develop 5-10 year strategic roadmaps aligning with company's 2026 innovation targets
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into R&D priorities
- Produce thought leadership content including whitepapers, conference keynotes, and patent disclosures
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Monitor geopolitical and socio-economic factors affecting technological adoption
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- Minimum 7 years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Published research on emerging technologies or trend analysis
- Expertise in scenario planning and quantitative forecasting methodologies
- Proficiency in AI-driven trend analysis tools (e.g., GPT-4, Trendalyzer)
- Experience securing multi-million dollar innovation budgets
- Global network of futurists and technology pioneers