Job Description
Shape tomorrow's world today at Horizon Labs. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to lead our innovation roadmap for 2026 and beyond. Join our elite team of disruptors in designing cutting-edge solutions at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and human augmentation. This role offers unparalleled influence in shaping future-proof products while collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers. Our dynamic startup environment combines Silicon Valley agility with NASA-grade R&D resources.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year strategic foresight frameworks using trend analysis and scenario modeling
- Lead cross-functional sprints prototyping next-gen human-machine interfaces
- Author quarterly innovation reports for C-suite and board stakeholders
- Curate partnerships with MIT Media Lab, DeepMind, and DARPA initiatives
- Manage $2M+ R&D budget for experimental technology incubation
- Present futures at Davos, TED, and global tech summits
- Mentor PhD researchers in applied futurism methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent strategic foresight certification
- 10+ years in innovation strategy at Fortune 500 or unicorn-scale startups
- Published peer-reviewed research on exponential technologies
- Expertise in AI ethics, biocomputing, and neuro-interfaces
- Fluency in foresight tools (Horizon Scanning, Delphi Method, Cross-Impact Matrices)
- Proven track record of launching products with 10-year+ market impact
- Security clearance or willingness to obtain (for DARPA collaborations)