Job Description
Join Horizon Labs as we architect the future! We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to lead our 2026 technology roadmap and shape tomorrow's breakthrough innovations. This pivotal role combines foresight analysis with hands-on product strategy, ensuring our solutions anticipate market shifts before they happen. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to transform futuristic concepts into market-ready innovations that redefine industries.
At Horizon Labs, we thrive at the intersection of technology and human potential. Our culture rewards intellectual curiosity, embraces calculated risks, and fosters an environment where groundbreaking ideas become reality. If you're passionate about solving tomorrow's challenges today, this is your opportunity to make history.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify emerging technologies and market disruptions by 2026
- Develop and execute innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term business objectives
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to generate and prioritize breakthrough concepts
- Present strategic insights to executive leadership and board stakeholders
- Partner with product teams to translate future visions into actionable development plans
- Monitor competitor landscapes and emerging regulations affecting future markets
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry experts
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or technology foresight
- Proven experience developing 5+ year future scenarios and roadmaps
- Expertise in emerging technologies: AI, quantum computing, biotech, or sustainable tech
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Strong analytical abilities with data-driven decision-making background
- Certification in futures research (e.g., CFrA, WFS) or innovation methodologies
- Portfolio demonstrating successful innovation strategy implementation