Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging technologies and shape our roadmap for the next decade. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical business strategy, requiring you to anticipate paradigm shifts in AI, biotechnology, and sustainable systems. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to transform foresight into actionable initiatives while leading cross-functional innovation sprints. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity and bold experimentation.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends and market signals to build 5-year strategic forecasts
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for disruptive innovations in 2026+ ecosystems
- Lead innovation workshops with engineering and product teams to prototype future solutions
- Produce high-impact foresight reports for executive decision-making
- Identify and secure partnerships with academic institutions and tech pioneers
- Translate complex future concepts into compelling stakeholder narratives
- Monitor global policy/regulatory shifts affecting long-term tech adoption
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Policy, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging tech research
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial strategy
- Expertise in AI/ML, quantum computing, or biotech convergence trends
- Exceptional data visualization and scenario modeling skills
- Strong executive presence with experience presenting to C-suite audiences
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation journals