Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role blends foresight, technology, and business strategy to shape our organization's future-proof trajectory.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to anticipate paradigm shifts, identify disruptive opportunities, and develop actionable frameworks that position us as industry pioneers. Ideal candidates thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and market dynamics, turning abstract future possibilities into concrete competitive advantages.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends and technological disruptions to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term organizational objectives
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable initiatives
- Build quantitative forecasting models using AI-driven trend analysis platforms
- Advise executive leadership on emerging risks and opportunities in 5-10 year horizons
- Pioneer Horizon Labs' future-focused research initiatives and thought leadership
- Forge strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Strategy, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or corporate strategy
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation domains
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., Horizon Scanning, Delphi Method)
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFPS) preferred