Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our 2026 strategic roadmap, blending cutting-edge technology with human-centered design. Shape how industries evolve by forecasting disruptive trends, developing future-proof frameworks, and leading cross-disciplinary initiatives. This role demands radical creativity paired with analytical rigor to transform foresight into actionable innovation.
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic foresight initiatives mapping 2026 technology and societal shifts
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for emerging AI, biotech, and quantum computing
- Collaborate with C-suite to integrate future trends into product roadmaps
- Produce high-impact foresight reports and trend visualization dashboards
- Host future-focused workshops with global industry partners
- Build and mentor a team of junior futurists and researchers
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Portfolio demonstrating 5+ future-shaping projects with measurable impact
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling and data visualization capabilities
- Certification in Futures Methodology (e.g., CFCS) preferred