Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution! We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends, architect transformative roadmaps, and position our organization as an industry pioneer. This role combines deep analytical rigor with creative foresight to shape our next-generation business ecosystems.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to navigate exponential technologies, identify paradigm shifts, and develop actionable strategies that will define industries by 2026. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business evolution, this is your opportunity to architect the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (quantum computing, AGI, biotech) to forecast market disruptions by 2026
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for organizational resilience in volatile futures
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype next-generation solutions
- Produce annual 'Future State' reports for executive decision-making
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs
- Mentor teams in futures-thinking methodologies and strategic foresight
- Design ethical frameworks for responsible technology deployment
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futures research
- Proven track record developing 5+ year strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI/ML, blockchain, quantum computing)
- Published thought leadership on future-of-work or industry transformation
- Strong proficiency in scenario planning tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis)
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from University of Houston)