Job Description
Join our elite team at Horizon Labs to architect tomorrow's reality today. We seek a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and shape disruptive solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to position our organization at the forefront of technological evolution. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and cross-functional teams to transform speculative futures into actionable blueprints.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal shifts to identify disruptive opportunities
- Develop strategic roadmaps for 2026 market positioning and competitive advantage
- Lead scenario planning workshops for C-suite executives and key stakeholders
- Produce trend reports and innovation frameworks guiding R&D investments
- Partner with product teams to integrate future-ready concepts into development pipelines
- Represent company at global innovation forums and thought leadership summits
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic innovation, consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of developing 5+ year strategic forecasts
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning
- Strong data visualization and presentation skills for executive audiences
- Experience with emerging technologies and their societal implications
- Published thought leadership in innovation or futurism domains