Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of innovation as we architect the future. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and shape our next-generation technology roadmap. This role blends deep technological foresight with human-centric design to create solutions that redefine industries. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley pioneers in our state-of-the-art innovation hub, where today's breakthroughs become tomorrow's realities.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and market shifts through 2026
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks using AI-driven trend analysis and scenario planning
- Design human-centered innovation roadmaps for quantum computing, biotech, and neural interfaces
- Present visionary insights to C-suite executives and board members through compelling narratives
- Build cross-functional partnerships with R&D, product, and government entities
- Author whitepapers on ethical implications of emerging technologies
- Mentor junior futurists in predictive analytics and speculative design methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years in strategic foresight or innovation consulting at Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in AI, biotech, and quantum computing convergence trends
- Proven track record of developing multi-year technology roadmaps
- Strong proficiency in scenario planning tools and trend analysis software
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Published work in peer-reviewed futures studies journals or industry publications