Job Description
Join Horizon Labs as a 2026 Futurist Strategist and architect the technological landscape of tomorrow. We're seeking visionary minds to decode emerging trends, develop predictive frameworks, and pioneer solutions that will define the next decade. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic execution, requiring you to navigate the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology to create actionable roadmaps for 2026 and beyond.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and present transformative insights to global stakeholders. If you thrive at the nexus of foresight and execution, and possess an insatiable curiosity for what's next, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop predictive models for technological disruption scenarios impacting 2026 markets
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify and prioritize emerging opportunities
- Author strategic white papers on future-proofing business models
- Design and validate prototype solutions for quantum-AI hybrid systems
- Represent company at global innovation forums and thought leadership events
- Build and maintain ecosystem partnerships with frontier tech pioneers
- Present quarterly future-readiness assessments to executive leadership
Qualifications
- Minimum 8 years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging tech research
- Proven track record developing predictive frameworks for 5+ year horizons
- Expertise in at least two of: AI ethics, quantum computing, or synthetic biology
- Published thought leadership in top-tier industry publications
- Experience with scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or equivalent field
- Portfolio demonstrating transformational impact through strategic initiatives