Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of shaping tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect our 2026 innovation roadmap. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight to transform technological possibilities into market-defining opportunities. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and R&D pioneers to navigate exponential change, ensuring our leadership in the next technological revolution.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy. You'll leverage cutting-edge research methodologies to identify paradigm shifts, then translate complex insights into actionable blueprints. This is your chance to define how humanity interacts with the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, biotech, quantum computing) to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks for product innovation pipelines
- Lead cross-functional workshops to integrate future insights into business strategy
- Produce executive-level scenario planning reports for board-level decisions
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype next-generation solutions
- Establish industry thought leadership through white papers and keynote presentations
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Innovation, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Proven track record translating future insights into commercial opportunities
- Exceptional storytelling skills for communicating complex concepts to diverse audiences
- Experience with emerging technologies (blockchain, AR/VR, synthetic biology)
- Portfolio demonstrating future-focused projects or published research