Job Description
Join Horizon Labs as a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist and shape tomorrow's innovations today. We're pioneering breakthrough technologies at the intersection of AI, biotech, and sustainable energy. In this pivotal role, you'll architect blueprints for the next generation of human-machine symbiosis while leading cross-disciplinary teams to transform theoretical concepts into tangible solutions.
As a key architect of our 2026 roadmap, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, industry disruptors, and government think tanks to redefine technological boundaries. Our state-of-the-art incubator in the heart of Silicon Valley offers unparalleled resources to accelerate paradigm-shifting projects.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement comprehensive 2026 technology roadmaps for emerging industries
- Lead interdisciplinary teams in prototyping next-gen human-AI collaborative systems
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify paradigm-shifting technologies and market disruptions
- Present strategic foresight reports to C-suite executives and external stakeholders
- Design ethical frameworks for autonomous systems and quantum computing applications
- Forge strategic partnerships with academic institutions and global innovation hubs
- Oversee pilot programs for 2026 flagship technologies in controlled environments
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Systems Engineering, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years experience in technology strategy consulting or R&D leadership
- Proven track record in forecasting market trends for emerging technologies
- Deep expertise in at least two of: quantum computing, synthetic biology, or neural interfaces
- Exceptional systems thinking and scenario-planning capabilities
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry whitepapers
- Certification in Futures Methodology (e.g., from World Future Society)