Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation revolution. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 technology roadmap and shape the future of human-machine interaction. This role requires a blend of deep technical acumen, creative foresight, and strategic execution to transform emerging trends into market-leading solutions. You'll collaborate with quantum computing researchers, AI ethics experts, and biotech pioneers to develop groundbreaking frameworks that will redefine industries by 2026.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology, neural interfaces) to identify disruptive opportunities
- Develop 5-year innovation roadmaps aligned with market evolution and consumer behavior shifts
- Lead cross-functional workshops to synthesize insights from diverse scientific disciplines
- Partner with product teams to integrate futuristic concepts into development pipelines
- Present strategic foresight reports to C-suite executives and board stakeholders
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems and competitive landscape for paradigm shifts
- Champion ethical frameworks for next-generation technologies
Qualifications
- PhD or Master's in Technology Strategy, Futures Studies, or relevant technical field
- 7+ years in innovation strategy or R&D leadership at Fortune 500 companies
- Proven track record of predicting technology adoption curves (e.g., AI, blockchain)
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend forecasting methodologies
- Published research on human-machine interaction or societal impact of emerging tech
- Experience with patent strategy and IP commercialization in tech sectors
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex concepts