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 shape 2026's technological landscape. This role blends foresight analysis with actionable strategy development for Fortune 500 clients revolutionizing healthcare, AI ethics, and sustainable infrastructure.
Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with Nobel laureates, patent 10+ emerging technologies annually, and lead high-impact initiatives that redefine industries. You'll pioneer frameworks for navigating exponential change while mentoring next-generation futurists.
Responsibilities
- Develop and publish quarterly trend reports on quantum computing, neurotech, and climate adaptation
- Design scenario-planning models for clients navigating 2026 regulatory shifts
- Lead cross-functional workshops with C-suite executives on exponential technology adoption
- Author white papers on ethical AI governance frameworks for post-2025 landscapes
- Curate and present at the annual 'Future Forward' summit (500+ attendees)
- Mentor junior strategists in horizon scanning methodologies
- Secure $2M+ annual R&D funding for experimental innovation projects
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years experience in innovation strategy at Fortune 500 or Big Tech
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed futurist journals
- Proficiency in trend analysis tools (e.g., TrendHunter, Gartner Magic Quadrant)
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercialized solutions
- Expertise in regulatory forecasting for emerging tech sectors
- Experience with scenario planning frameworks (e.g., Shell Two Loops)
- Strong public speaking at industry conferences (minimum 3 keynotes/year)