Job Description
Join Horizon Labs as a visionary 2026 Futurist & Innovation Strategist to architect tomorrow's breakthroughs today. We're seeking a forward-thinking leader to map emerging tech trends, incubate disruptive solutions, and position our organization at the forefront of post-2026 innovation. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to transform futuristic concepts into actionable roadmaps.
Responsibilities
- Identify and analyze emerging technologies shaping 2026+ landscapes (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Develop long-term innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 societal and market shifts
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype and validate futuristic solutions
- Build strategic partnerships with research institutions and tech pioneers
- Present foresight insights to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems and competitive disruption signals
- Drive cultural adoption of future-ready mindsets across the organization
Qualifications
- 10+ years in innovation strategy, R&D leadership, or futurism consulting
- Proven track record of scaling breakthrough technologies from concept to market
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Advanced degree in Technology, Business, or Futures Studies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (blockchain, AGI, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling and data visualization skills
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Innovation Management preferred
- Portfolio of published foresight work or innovation frameworks