Job Description
Join Horizon Vision Labs as a 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect tomorrow's breakthrough innovations. We're seeking a visionary thinker to lead strategic initiatives at the intersection of emerging technologies and sustainable futures. This pivotal role will define our roadmap for 2026 and beyond, driving paradigm-shifting solutions across quantum computing, AI ethics, and climate resilience.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and Nobel laureates to translate foresight into actionable blueprints. Our dynamic startup environment offers equity, unlimited PTO, and a $50k annual learning stipend for cutting-edge certifications.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis for 2026 technology and societal shifts
- Develop strategic roadmaps for quantum-AI convergence and sustainable tech ecosystems
- Present futurist insights to Fortune 500 partners and government agencies
- Author white papers on ethical AI governance and climate-positive innovation
- Coordinate cross-functional R&D initiatives targeting 2026 breakthrough milestones
- Build strategic partnerships with MIT Media Lab and World Economic Forum
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years in strategic foresight or emerging tech consulting
- Published research on 2020s technological tipping points
- Expertise in quantum computing or AI ethics frameworks
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial impact
- Experience with scenario planning tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis)
- Fluency in at least one strategic foresight methodology