Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's breakthroughs. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. In this pivotal role, you'll decode emerging trends, pioneer next-generation methodologies, and guide our R&D division toward market-defining innovations. If you thrive at the intersection of technology foresight, human-centric design, and exponential growth, this is your moment to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to identify disruptive opportunities for 2026+
- Develop strategic roadmaps for product innovation aligned with 10-year industry evolution
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping and validating future-concept solutions
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to integrate foresight into corporate strategy
- Pioneer research methodologies for anticipating societal and technological inflection points
- Present visionary insights to investors, partners, and industry thought leaders
- Drive innovation culture through trend forecasting and horizon-scanning workshops
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in innovation strategy, R&D leadership, or tech trend analysis
- Proven track record of launching products based on future-trend insights
- Expertise in scenario planning and technology impact assessment frameworks
- Exceptional storytelling skills for communicating complex future visions
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from University of Houston) required