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 cutting-edge research with practical business strategy, requiring both analytical rigor and creative foresight. You'll work directly with C-suite executives to identify disruptive technologies, anticipate market shifts, and develop actionable innovation frameworks that will redefine our industry.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business. You'll leverage data-driven insights to forecast future scenarios, design prototyping experiments, and lead cross-functional teams in translating foresight into competitive advantages. This is your chance to build the future of [industry] while working in our state-of-the-art innovation hub.
Responsibilities
- Research and analyze emerging technologies, social trends, and global megatrends to inform strategic foresight
- Develop scenario-planning models and innovation roadmaps targeting 2026-2030 horizons
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable R&D initiatives
- Collaborate with product teams to integrate future-focused insights into development pipelines
- Present strategic findings to executive stakeholders and external partners
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry disruptors
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Innovation, Technology, or related field
- 5+ years in strategy, R&D, or innovation roles with proven foresight methodology experience
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and technology assessment frameworks
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional storytelling and presentation skills for complex concepts
- Portfolio demonstrating previous innovation strategy implementations
- Comfortable with ambiguity and rapid iteration in uncertain environments