Job Description
Join our elite team at Horizon Labs to architect the future. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to lead groundbreaking research and development initiatives that will redefine industries by 2026. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge technology forecasting with strategic implementation, requiring you to navigate emerging paradigms in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable ecosystems.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop 5-year innovation roadmaps, identify disruptive opportunities, and build frameworks for exponential growth. Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics, transforming theoretical possibilities into market-ready solutions.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026-focused innovation roadmaps across technology verticals
- Analyze emerging trends in AI, biotech, and sustainable energy to identify strategic opportunities
- Lead cross-functional workshops to forecast market disruptions and competitive landscapes
- Design scalable frameworks for implementing exponential technologies
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders and board members
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Author thought leadership publications on future-shaping technologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, futurism, or technology consulting
- Proven track record of developing and implementing long-term tech roadmaps
- Expertise in emerging technologies (quantum computing, AGI, synthetic biology)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Innovation Management preferred
- Exceptional presentation and stakeholder communication skills
- Experience with scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Portfolio of published future impact analyses or innovation frameworks