Job Description
Join Horizon Labs as we architect tomorrow's reality today. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and shape our 2026 innovation roadmap. This pivotal role blends cutting-edge research with practical strategy execution, ensuring our organization leads the next technological revolution.
At Horizon Labs, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, industry disruptors, and AI pioneers to transform theoretical possibilities into market-defining solutions. We offer unparalleled resources, a culture of intellectual curiosity, and the autonomy to explore uncharted territories of human progress.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI ethics, biotech convergence, climate tech) to inform 2026 strategic initiatives
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for disruptive technologies
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with engineering, design, and product teams
- Present foresight insights to C-suite executives and board members
- Author whitepapers on emerging technologies and their societal impacts
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Mentor junior futurists and establish foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or equivalent experience
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of translating trend analysis into commercial opportunities
- Expertise in systems thinking, scenario modeling, and horizon scanning
- Published research in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications
- Proficiency in AI-powered trend analysis tools (e.g., GPT-4, Trendalyzer)
- Exceptional communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating 2020-2025 trend prediction accuracy