Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Lead to architect our 2026+ strategic roadmap. This pivotal role blends cutting-edge research with practical business strategy, transforming emerging technologies into market-defining opportunities.
What You'll Achieve:
You'll spearhead our 2026 innovation pipeline, identifying and scaling breakthrough technologies while mentoring a multidisciplinary team. This is your chance to shape how industries evolve in the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026+ technology roadmaps for AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions with 3-5 year horizons
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and R&D pioneers
- Translate foresight research into actionable business strategies and investment opportunities
- Present innovation frameworks to C-suite stakeholders and industry forums
- Mentor junior futurists in horizon scanning and scenario planning methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, R&D leadership, or futures research
- Proven track record scaling emerging technologies from concept to market
- Expertise in at least two of: AI ethics, quantum applications, or synthetic biology
- Strong background in scenario planning and trend analysis frameworks
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts
- PhD or advanced degree in relevant technical field preferred