Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of innovation as we architect the future. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging technologies, anticipate paradigm shifts, and translate foresight into actionable roadmaps. This role sits at the intersection of AI, biotech, and sustainable systems, requiring a blend of analytical rigor and creative intuition.
As a key member of our Innovation Nexus team, you'll collaborate with quantum computing researchers, neuroscientists, and climate engineers to prototype solutions for tomorrow's challenges. Your insights will directly influence our R&D investments and product development horizons, ensuring we stay 3 steps ahead of market evolution.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning for 2026+ tech trends across AI, synthetic biology, and space tech
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for emerging market opportunities
- Partner with C-suite to align long-term vision with quarterly execution
- Produce white papers and thought leadership on disruptive future paradigms
- Facilitate cross-disciplinary innovation sprints with global research partners
- Quantify market readiness and adoption timelines for breakthrough technologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging tech R&D
- Expertise in technology adoption lifecycle modeling and scenario planning
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial opportunities
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Deep knowledge of quantum computing, neuro-interfaces, or climate tech
- Exceptional communication skills for executive and technical audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating published future-state analyses or tech forecasts