Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We seek an AI Futurist Strategist to architect tomorrow's digital landscape today. Shape how humanity interacts with emerging AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence through visionary research and actionable frameworks. This role bridges theoretical innovation with practical implementation, requiring deep technical acumen and philosophical foresight.
Why Horizon Labs? We're not just predicting the future—we're building it. Our multidisciplinary teams operate at the intersection of neuroscience, AI ethics, and exponential technologies, backed by $2B in R&D funding. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, Silicon Valley pioneers, and UN futurists in a culture that rewards audacious thinking.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026+ technology roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients in AI governance and autonomous systems
- Lead cross-functional workshops on quantum-AI integration and ethical algorithm design
- Produce horizon-scanning reports on synthetic biology and neuro-quantum interfaces
- Architect ethical frameworks for AGI development and deployment protocols
- Advocate for responsible innovation at Davos, UN Tech Summits, and industry consortiums
- Mentor PhD candidates in exponential technology forecasting methodologies
- Patent novel approaches to human-AI symbiosis and cognitive augmentation
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Cognitive Science, or Futurology (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years in AI research with published work on LLM optimization or neural-symbolic systems
- Deep expertise in quantum computing architectures and quantum machine learning
- Proven track record in technology forecasting (e.g., Gartner Fellow-level output)
- Fluency in ethical AI frameworks (EU AI Act, NIST RMF) and regulatory landscapes
- Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum simulation libraries (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to C-suite audiences