Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary Lead Futurist to architect our 2026 innovation roadmap and transform cutting-edge concepts into market-ready realities. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight, technological fluency, and the ability to navigate ambiguity with precision. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global partners to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities while ensuring our ecosystem remains resilient in an accelerating world.
As a thought leader, you'll shape Horizon Labs' future-facing initiatives across AI ethics, quantum computing applications, and sustainable tech ecosystems. The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics, translating complex trends into actionable strategies that position us as industry pioneers.
Responsibilities
- Architect multi-year innovation roadmaps targeting 2026+ market disruption
- Conduct horizon scanning across emerging technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing future-proof product prototypes
- Present strategic foresight insights to executive stakeholders and investors
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and R&D centers
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for global market volatility
- Mentor junior futurists and cultivate innovation culture
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of launching future-facing products/services
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and technology forecasting
- Deep understanding of AI, blockchain, and exponential technologies
- Exceptional communication skills for executive-level presentations
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Published thought leadership in innovation or futurism
- Experience with agile methodologies in innovation contexts