Job Description
Join Horizon Forward Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's economy. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions for 2026 and beyond. Shape how organizations adapt to AI ethics, quantum computing adoption, and climate tech breakthroughs. You'll lead cross-functional workshops, publish trend reports, and guide C-suite executives through unprecedented transformation. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your chance to build the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum computing, AGI, neurotech) and forecast market impacts through 2030
- Develop strategic frameworks for clients navigating AI ethics, decentralized systems, and climate resilience
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for Fortune 500 executives on future workforce automation
- Author thought leadership reports on sustainable tech adoption and circular economy models
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-facing products and services
- Present trend forecasts at industry summits and publish in peer-reviewed journals
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech trend analysis
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (blockchain, synthetic biology, quantum computing)
- Proven track record of publishing trend reports or scenario-planning frameworks
- Experience facilitating executive workshops on future-of-work transformations
- Strong data visualization skills with proficiency in futures analysis tools
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful client innovation strategies