Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role demands a blend of radical imagination and pragmatic execution to redefine industries through emerging technologies and human-centered design.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and translate foresight into actionable blueprints. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy while shaping what's next, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026+ innovation roadmaps across AI, quantum computing, and biotech domains
- Lead trend forecasting workshops with global stakeholders to identify disruptive opportunities
- Translate foresight into product roadmaps and go-to-market strategies for emerging technologies
- Establish Horizon Labs as thought leadership through whitepapers, keynotes, and industry reports
- Manage a $5M innovation portfolio with rigorous ROI analysis and risk mitigation protocols
- Mentor cross-functional teams in design thinking and agile innovation methodologies
- Forge strategic partnerships with academic institutions and technology pioneers
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, R&D, or corporate innovation roles
- Proven track record of launching technologies with $10M+ market impact
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Innovation Management preferred
- Exceptional storytelling skills for complex technical concepts
- Experience scaling innovation programs in Fortune 500 environments
- Portfolio showcasing 3+ successful future-vision initiatives