Job Description
Shape the future at Horizon Labs as we pioneer breakthrough technologies for 2026. We seek a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative roadmaps. Join our elite team where innovation meets execution, and help define the next decade of human progress.
This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and present strategic frameworks to global stakeholders. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Research and forecast technology/social/economic trends through 2026 horizon
- Develop strategic roadmaps for emerging domains (quantum computing, neurotech, climate AI)
- Lead scenario planning workshops for C-suite and board stakeholders
- Author whitepapers and thought leadership for industry conferences
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-proof solutions
- Analyze competitive landscapes and disruptor threats
- Mentor innovation teams in futures thinking methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech R&D leadership
- Proven track record of translating trends into actionable business strategies
- Expertise in futures research methodologies (Delphi, horizon scanning, etc.)
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Exceptional presentation skills for executive audiences
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership in top-tier industry publications