Job Description
Join InnovateHorizon Labs as we redefine tomorrow's landscape. We seek a visionary Strategic Futurist to architect our 2026 roadmap, blending emerging technologies with human-centric innovation. This role pioneers cross-industry foresight, transforming abstract trends into actionable blueprints that position us at the vanguard of progress.
Located in our San Francisco hub, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global thought leaders. Your work will directly shape product roadmaps, investment strategies, and market expansion initiatives for the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across AI, biotech, climate tech, and quantum computing sectors
- Develop 2026 strategic scenarios and risk mitigation frameworks
- Partner with product teams to integrate future-focused insights into development pipelines
- Present foresight findings to executive stakeholders and industry conferences
- Build and manage a global network of futurists and domain experts
- Author whitepapers on disruptive technologies and societal impacts
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused R&D
- Proven track record of translating trends into commercial strategies
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging technology domains
- Experience with scenario planning and strategic modeling frameworks
- Exceptional storytelling skills for complex technical concepts
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership in industry journals