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Lead Futurist - 2026 Innovation Lab

Horizon Innovations Inc.
San Francisco
Estimated Salary
USD 180.000 – USD 250.000
New
Live Update
2 Juli 2026
Deadline
2 Jul 2027

Job Description

Join Horizon Innovations' elite 2026 Innovation Lab as we redefine tomorrow's landscape today. We're seeking a visionary Lead Futurist to spearhead groundbreaking research in quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable technology. This is your chance to shape the future of human-machine collaboration while working in our state-of-the-art San Francisco headquarters with unparalleled resources and a globally diverse team.

We offer competitive equity packages, comprehensive benefits including four-week sabbatical, and a culture that rewards bold thinking. Our lab operates at the intersection of science, business, and societal impact, where your ideas could transform billions of lives.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute 5-year strategic foresight frameworks for emerging technologies
  • Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions in quantum/AI convergence
  • Produce annual 'State of 2026' trend reports for Fortune 500 partners
  • Secure $5M+ in R&D grants through innovative proposal development
  • Curate exclusive industry summits with Nobel laureates and policy leaders
  • Mentor PhD researchers in applied futurism methodologies

Qualifications

  • PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
  • 8+ years experience in strategic technology forecasting at Fortune 100
  • Published peer-reviewed research in quantum/AI ethics or sustainable tech
  • Proven track record securing $10M+ in government/private innovation grants
  • Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
  • Fluency in at least two programming languages (Python/R preferred)
  • Deep network within DARPA, NSF, or EU Horizon Europe programs

Required Skills

Strategic Foresight Quantum Computing AI Ethics Sustainable Technology Scenario Planning Grant Writing Systems Engineering Data Science

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