Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality today at Horizon Labs. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to decode emerging technologies and societal shifts driving the 2026 landscape. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy, positioning our clients at the forefront of innovation. Join an elite team where your insights will directly influence global tech adoption, policy frameworks, and market disruption.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology foresight and human behavior analysis, translating complex signals into compelling narratives that guide executive decisions. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies to develop adaptive roadmaps for AI integration, quantum computing applications, and sustainable urban planning.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AGI, bioengineering, climate AI) and forecast market impacts through 2026
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for clients navigating exponential change
- Produce high-impact futurist reports and executive briefings
- Lead cross-functional workshops on technology adoption strategies
- Establish thought leadership through whitepapers and keynote presentations
- Advocate ethical innovation protocols for next-gen technologies
- Partner with R&D teams to validate future-state concepts
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or tech innovation roles
- Proven track record of accurate future-state predictions
- Expertise in systems thinking and complexity analysis
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- Published research on AI governance or climate tech disruption
- Experience advising Fortune 500 executives on transformation
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (quantum, AGI, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional communication skills for executive audiences