Job Description
Join 2026 Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next decade of breakthroughs. In this pivotal role, you'll bridge cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy, guiding our organization through the complexities of 2026 and beyond. If you're passionate about shaping the future and thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market evolution, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts transforming industries by 2026
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks for product roadmaps and market positioning
- Collaborate with R&D teams to integrate future-proofing principles into innovation pipelines
- Present executive-level scenario planning briefings with data-driven future projections
- Establish cross-functional innovation ecosystems with academia, startups, and industry leaders
- Quantify future market opportunities through predictive modeling and trend analysis
- Drive organizational adoption of agile futures thinking methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Systems Thinking, Strategic Foresight, or related field; PhD preferred
- 7+ years in innovation strategy, consulting, or R&D leadership with future-focused outcomes
- Expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and trend analysis methodologies
- Proven track record of developing and implementing strategic foresight frameworks
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies: quantum computing, synthetic biology, AGI
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Published thought leadership in future studies or innovation journals