Job Description
Join Horizon Labs Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's technological landscape. We seek a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role merges cutting-edge research with practical business strategy to shape our innovation roadmap. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to anticipate market shifts, identify disruptive opportunities, and position our organization as an industry pioneer. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business evolution, this is your chance to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal trends to forecast industry disruptions through 2026
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for board-level decision-making
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing solutions
- Author thought leadership reports and present at global tech conferences
- Partner with R&D to prioritize long-term research initiatives
- Monitor geopolitical and regulatory shifts affecting innovation ecosystems
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Strategy, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in innovation consulting or corporate strategy with future-focused mandates
- Proven track record of translating foresight into actionable business strategy
- Expertise in trend analysis methodologies (e.g., horizon scanning, Delphi technique)
- Strong network within Silicon Valley and global innovation ecosystems
- Exceptional storytelling skills for complex technical concepts
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation journals