Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging technologies and shape our 2026 roadmap. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical business strategy, transforming speculative innovations into actionable blueprints. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global think tanks to identify paradigm shifts and position our organization as an industry pioneer.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics. You'll lead horizon-scanning initiatives, produce forward-looking reports, and influence product development across quantum computing, biotech, and AI ethics. If you're passionate about turning 'what if' into 'what's next,' this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives identifying disruptive technologies through 2026
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for quantum computing and neurotech integration
- Produce executive briefings on AI governance and biotech regulatory landscapes
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype next-gen human-machine interfaces
- Advise leadership on ethical implications of autonomous systems deployment
- Coordinate with global futurist networks to forecast industry megatrends
- Design innovation roadmaps for climate-tech and space commercialization
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight or innovation consulting
- Published research on emerging tech adoption patterns (2020-2025)
- Expertise in scenario planning and Delphi methodology
- Deep knowledge of quantum computing, synthetic biology, and AGI development
- Experience advising Fortune 500 boards on technological disruption
- Proficient in trend visualization tools (e.g., Trendalyzer, Palantir)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful 5-year technology predictions