Job Description
Join Horizon Labs as we pioneer the next frontier of human innovation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect our roadmap for the next decade. In this pivotal role, you'll blend cutting-edge technology forecasting with human-centric design to shape products that redefine tomorrow. Collaborate with quantum computing researchers, neuroscientists, and AI ethicists to build the future today.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a 2026 technology foresight framework using predictive analytics and trend synthesis
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate future scenarios into actionable product roadmaps
- Establish strategic partnerships with emerging tech startups and research institutions
- Author whitepapers on disruptive technologies (quantum, biotech, AGI) for C-suite decision-making
- Monitor geopolitical and socio-economic shifts affecting technology adoption timelines
- Mentor junior futurists in scenario planning methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging tech research
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial opportunities
- Expertise in scenario planning, Delphi methods, and horizon scanning techniques
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI/ML, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications
- Fluency in at least two major global languages