Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect the next decade's disruptive technologies. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy, transforming futuristic concepts into market-leading innovations.
As a key architect of our 2026 roadmap, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global innovation ecosystems. Your mission: anticipate paradigm shifts, identify trillion-dollar opportunities, and position Horizon Labs as the undisputed leader in next-generation industries.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional teams to develop and execute 2026 innovation roadmaps
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and market disruption vectors
- Produce strategic foresight reports and scenario planning frameworks
- Partner with R&D to translate futuristic concepts into patentable innovations
- Advise executive leadership on market entry strategies for 2026-era products
- Establish global partnerships with innovation hubs and research institutions
- Develop KPIs to track innovation pipeline maturity and ROI
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, futurism, or technology consulting
- Proven track record of predicting market shifts with 85%+ accuracy
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Deep expertise in AI, Web3, and exponential technologies
- Experience developing multi-year strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from University of Houston)
- Published thought leadership on 2020s technology disruption
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to stakeholders