Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role requires blending cutting-edge technology foresight with human-centric design to redefine industries. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global innovators to pioneer next-generation ecosystems. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, rapid prototyping, and audacious thinking. If you're passionate about shaping the future through strategic innovation, this is your launchpad.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing 5-year innovation roadmaps for AI, biotech, and quantum computing sectors
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify disruptive technologies and emerging market opportunities
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for geopolitical and technological disruptions
- Partner with venture capital arms to evaluate and scale breakthrough startups
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote at global innovation forums
- Establish strategic alliances with academic institutions and R&D centers
- Drive implementation of exponential technology pilots in enterprise environments
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, innovation management, or futurist research
- Proven track record in developing technology adoption roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Innovation Management preferred
- Published author in innovation journals or white papers
- Experience with scenario planning tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis)
- Exceptional analytical skills with data-driven decision-making capabilities