Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative solutions for our global clientele. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic foresight to shape the future of technology, society, and business.
Why This Role Matters: As industries accelerate toward 2026, you'll identify paradigm shifts in AI, biotech, and sustainable systems, ensuring our clients lead rather than follow. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and innovation hubs to build actionable roadmaps for the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends and disruptive technologies through quantitative/qualitative research
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for 2026 market landscapes
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-readiness strategies
- Author thought leadership reports and predictive briefings for Fortune 500 partners
- Identify emerging risks and opportunities in climate resilience, quantum computing, and neurotech
- Drive innovation sprints to prototype solutions for 2026+ challenges
- Build and curate a network of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in trend analysis, strategic planning, or innovation consulting
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Proven track record of publishing future-focused research or whitepapers
- Exceptional storytelling skills to translate complex insights into compelling narratives
- Experience with horizon scanning, Delphi methods, and scenario modeling
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-strategy implementation
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and research databases