Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's technology landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to shape our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role requires a blend of deep technological foresight, market analysis, and strategic execution to position our company as an industry leader in emerging paradigms.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to identify disruptive technologies, develop long-term innovation frameworks, and translate future trends into actionable business strategies. The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics, with exceptional ability to synthesize complex information into compelling narratives.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across AI, quantum computing, biotech, and Web3 ecosystems
- Develop 5-year innovation roadmaps aligned with business objectives and market disruptions
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to cultivate future-thinking culture
- Produce strategic whitepapers and thought leadership on emerging technologies
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-focused solutions
- Advise executive leadership on technology investment priorities
- Monitor geopolitical and socioeconomic factors impacting innovation landscapes
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, corporate innovation, or futurist research
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial opportunities
- Expertise in emerging technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional analytical and systems thinking abilities
- Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills
- Advanced degree in technology, economics, or futures studies
- Published thought leadership in innovation or technology journals
- Experience with scenario planning and strategic foresight methodologies