Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and transform cutting-edge concepts into reality. This pivotal role bridges technology, human behavior, and market disruption to define the future of our industry. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and shape products that will redefine markets by 2026.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 innovation strategy, aligning emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) with market opportunities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive trends and paradigm shifts
- Design and facilitate innovation workshops with executive teams and key stakeholders
- Translate complex futures scenarios into actionable product roadmaps and business cases
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Present innovation frameworks to investors and board members
- Mentor innovation teams in futures thinking methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field
- 5+ years experience in innovation strategy, R&D, or futures research
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies and their societal impact
- Proven track record of launching breakthrough products/services
- Exceptional storytelling and scenario-planning abilities
- Experience with strategic frameworks (e.g., Delphi method, STEEP analysis)
- Portfolio demonstrating futures-thinking projects
- Strong quantitative and qualitative research skills