Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect sustainable pathways for 2026 and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical implementation, requiring a leader who thrives at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and human-centered design.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global thought leaders to develop frameworks that shape our next generation of products and services. If you're passionate about solving tomorrow's challenges today, this is your opportunity to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, quantum computing, climate tech) to identify high-impact opportunities through 2030
- Develop scenario-planning models for business resilience in volatile markets
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints prototyping next-gen solutions
- Present strategic foresight insights to executive stakeholders and industry forums
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and tech incubators
- Design ethical frameworks for emerging technology adoption
- Mentor junior strategists in futures thinking methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Innovation, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or tech foresight
- Portfolio demonstrating trend analysis and scenario planning projects
- Expertise in systems thinking and complex adaptive systems modeling
- Deep knowledge of at least two emerging tech domains (e.g., synthetic biology, neurotech)
- Exceptional storytelling skills for translating insights into actionable strategy
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., CSF, WFS) preferred