Job Description
Shape tomorrow today at Horizon Labs. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation innovation roadmap. Join our elite team of pioneers redefining industries through predictive intelligence and disruptive foresight.
In this pivotal role, you'll bridge cutting-edge research with commercial viability, leading high-stakes projects that will define the technological landscape of 2026 and beyond. You'll collaborate with quantum computing researchers, AI ethicists, and biotech innovators to develop actionable strategies that position Horizon Labs at the forefront of progress.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies with 2026 commercialization potential
- Develop predictive models for societal shifts and market transformations
- Architect innovation roadmaps aligning with 2026 regulatory and ethical frameworks
- Facilitate cross-disciplinary workshops with C-suite executives on future-proofing strategies
- Author thought leadership on emerging risks and opportunities in post-quantum ecosystems
- Oversee incubation of moonshot projects with 5-year time horizons
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and national labs for 2026-tech development
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futurology, Systems Theory, or Strategic Innovation
- 7+ years in technology foresight or innovation strategy roles
- Expertise in scenario planning and predictive analytics frameworks
- Published research on technological singularity or ethical AI governance
- Certification in emerging tech domains (quantum, synthetic biology, neurotech)
- Experience leading cross-continental innovation teams
- Portfolio of implemented future-strategy initiatives with measurable impact