Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect breakthrough solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, where you'll shape how organizations prepare for the next wave of disruption.
As a key member of our Future Intelligence Unit, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global think tanks to develop actionable frameworks for navigating exponential change. We offer a dynamic environment where curiosity meets impact, complete with cutting-edge resources and a culture that celebrates bold thinking.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technological, social, and economic trends to identify paradigm shifts affecting 2026+ landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning models for Fortune 500 clients across AI, biotech, and quantum computing domains
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into innovation roadmaps and product opportunities
- Author forward-looking whitepapers and trend reports published in industry-leading journals
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and academic researchers
- Advise executive teams on strategic pivots for 5-10 year horizon planning
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology trend analysis
- Proven track record of publishing trend reports or scenario-planning frameworks
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI, synthetic biology, quantum computing)
- Exceptional storytelling skills to translate complex futures into actionable insights
- Experience facilitating executive workshops with C-suite audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating future-proofing projects for Fortune 500 clients