Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and shape our 2026 roadmap. This role blends technological foresight with human-centric design to transform possibilities into realities. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and publish groundbreaking research that redefines industries. If you thrive at the intersection of quantum computing, biotech, and sustainable systems, and possess an insatiable curiosity for what's next, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum, synthetic biology) and translate insights into actionable 5-year strategic frameworks
- Lead innovation workshops with Fortune 500 partners to co-create future-ready solutions
- Develop scenario-planning models for disruptive market shifts through 2030
- Author high-impact thought leadership reports published in journals like MIT Technology Review
- Build and manage a global network of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
- Champion ethical innovation frameworks for emerging technologies
- Secure $5M+ annual R&D funding through compelling future-state proposals
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight or innovation consulting at top-tier firms
- Published research on exponential technologies (provide portfolio link)
- Deep expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Proven track record of influencing C-suite decisions with future-oriented strategies
- Exceptional storytelling skills for complex technical concepts
- Experience with futures forecasting tools (e.g., Delphi, Horizon Scanning)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successfully implemented innovation roadmaps