Job Description
Step into the future with Horizon Labs as we pioneer the 2026 technology frontier. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to architect tomorrow's innovations today. This role merges predictive analytics, emerging tech fluency, and human-centered design to solve challenges that don't yet exist. Join our cross-disciplinary team where quantum computing meets sustainable architecture and AI ethics redefine industry boundaries.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps using predictive analytics and trend forecasting
- Lead cross-functional workshops to prototype solutions for future societal challenges
- Research and evaluate emerging technologies (quantum, neuromorphic, bio-integrated)
- Partner with academic institutions to shape next-gen research agendas
- Translate complex future scenarios into actionable business strategies
- Curate innovation pipelines for board-level strategic planning
- Author thought leadership on 2026 tech paradigm shifts
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic foresight or innovation consulting
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep fluency in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial opportunities
- Exceptional storytelling and visualization skills
- Certification in futurist frameworks (e.g., WFS, APF)