Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. Shape how humanity navigates exponential technological shifts, from AI ethics to quantum computing adoption. This role blends deep technical foresight with business acumen to guide our innovation pipeline.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global think tanks to identify emerging paradigms. Your insights will directly influence product development, investment strategy, and organizational evolution in an era of unprecedented change.
Responsibilities
- Forecast disruptive technology trends and societal shifts impacting 2026+ landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for quantum computing, bio-integration, and AI autonomy
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-state roadmaps
- Author thought leadership publications on human-machine evolution
- Advise on ethical frameworks for emerging neuro-technologies
- Partner with R&D to prototype 2026-viable solutions
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems for paradigm-breaking developments
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, technology consulting, or R&D leadership
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Published research on future-of-work or human augmentation
- Experience with scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- PhD or equivalent in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Proficiency in trend analysis tools (e.g., Gartner Hype Cycle, Deloitte Tech Trends)
- Track record advising Fortune 500 on long-term transformation