Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect transformative pathways for 2026 and beyond. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and cross-industry expertise to decode emerging trends and position our organization as a global pioneer. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and venture partners to prototype future-ready solutions that redefine markets.
At Horizon Labs, we thrive on ambiguity and exponential thinking. Your insights will directly shape product roadmaps, investment strategies, and organizational evolution in an era of unprecedented technological acceleration. If you're passionate about sculpting the future and thrive in dynamic, high-stakes environments, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research across AI, biotech, quantum computing, and climate tech to identify disruptive opportunities
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for 2026 market landscapes
- Lead cross-functional workshops to synthesize foresight insights into actionable innovation roadmaps
- Partner with venture teams to evaluate emerging technologies and startups
- Author forward-looking thought leadership for industry publications and executive briefings
- Establish KPIs for tracking technological adoption curves and societal shifts
- Present strategic recommendations to board members with compelling data visualizations
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in corporate strategy, innovation consulting, or technology forecasting
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial opportunities
- Expertise in trend analysis methodologies (e.g., Delphi, STEEPLE, weak signal detection)
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional storytelling skills for complex concepts across diverse audiences
- Proficiency in futures simulation tools (e.g., Foresight Platform, Kumu)
- Portfolio demonstrating successful strategic foresight projects