Job Description
Join our elite innovation team at Horizon Labs Inc. to architect the future! We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to lead our 2026 roadmap, transforming emerging technologies into groundbreaking solutions. This pivotal role demands a blend of foresight, strategic planning, and cross-functional leadership to position our company at the forefront of next-gen industries.
As the 2026 Innovation Lead, you'll analyze disruptive trends, develop actionable scenarios, and guide our R&D initiatives through uncharted technological landscapes. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and research pioneers to shape our innovation pipeline while ensuring ethical and sustainable implementation of breakthrough technologies.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies and societal trends to forecast 2026+ industry shifts
- Develop strategic scenarios and roadmaps for AI, quantum computing, and biotech integration
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable R&D priorities
- Present strategic briefings to executive stakeholders and board members
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation hubs
- Monitor global regulatory landscapes affecting emerging technologies
- Author thought leadership publications and trend reports
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or tech R&D leadership
- Proven track record of forecasting technology adoption and market disruptions
- Deep expertise in AI ethics, quantum applications, or synthetic biology
- Exceptional communication skills for executive presentations and stakeholder alignment
- Experience with scenario planning methodologies and trend analysis frameworks
- Portfolio published foresight work or strategic innovation projects