Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our 2026 innovation roadmap, blending cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy. Shape how industries evolve in the next decade by leveraging AI, biotech, and sustainable tech breakthroughs. This role sits at the intersection of technology forecasting, market analysis, and organizational design within our forward-thinking R&D division.
Why Horizon Labs? We're a preeminent innovation incubator with 15+ years of disrupting traditional industries through future-centric solutions. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, rapid prototyping, and ethical innovation.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 technology roadmaps across AI, quantum computing, and climate tech sectors
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify emerging trends and disruptive threats
- Design strategic innovation frameworks for Fortune 500 clients
- Present futures scenarios to C-suite executives and board members
- Manage cross-functional R&D teams prototyping next-gen solutions
- Author white papers and thought leadership for industry publications
- Oversee patent development for breakthrough innovations
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation management, or emerging tech research
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Proven track record of scaling innovation from concept to market
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Strong network within tech, biotech, and sustainability ecosystems
- Published author or keynote speaker at global innovation forums
- Proficiency in futures modeling tools (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Experience leading remote, cross-cultural innovation teams