Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect solutions for the next technological paradigm shift. This role blends foresight with practical strategy, preparing our organization for the transformative landscape of 2026 and beyond.
You'll lead cross-functional teams in anticipating disruptive technologies, identifying market opportunities, and developing actionable roadmaps that position us as industry pioneers. If you thrive at the intersection of imagination and implementation, this is your moment to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (quantum computing, neural interfaces, decentralized AI) and their business implications
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for 2026 market readiness
- Partner with R&D to prototype future-facing solutions
- Lead innovation workshops with C-suite executives and external stakeholders
- Produce trend reports and competitive intelligence briefings
- Champion a culture of forward-thinking across the organization
- Identify and secure strategic partnerships in emerging tech ecosystems
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their convergence
- Proven track record of developing and implementing future-oriented strategies
- Exceptional analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex data
- Strong presentation skills for executive and technical audiences
- Experience with horizon scanning methodologies and trend analysis frameworks
- Portfolio demonstrating future-focused projects or publications