Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation innovation roadmap. Shape the future of technology, sustainability, and human experience as we prepare for the pivotal 2026 horizon. This role blends deep analytical rigor with creative foresight to position our company as a global pioneer.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and industry disruptors to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, and possess an unshakeable curiosity about what's next, we invite you to lead us into 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, biotech, climate tech, quantum computing) to forecast 2026 technological and societal shifts
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligning with 2026 market readiness and regulatory landscapes
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify breakthrough opportunities and mitigate future risks
- Produce high-impact foresight reports for executive decision-making and investor communications
- Build and maintain ecosystem partnerships with academic institutions and emerging tech startups
- Design and implement horizon scanning methodologies to maintain competitive advantage
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Innovation, Technology Management, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology trend analysis
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and emerging technology assessment frameworks
- Deep knowledge of 2026-relevant domains: AGI governance, climate adaptation tech, neurointerfaces
- Exceptional storytelling and data visualization skills for complex future concepts
- Portfolio demonstrating published foresight work or innovation strategy deliverables
- Certification in Foresight methodologies (e.g., CFS, CFSP) preferred