Job Description
Join Horizon Labs as a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect tomorrow's reality today. We're seeking a forward-thinking pioneer to decode emerging trends, design next-generation solutions, and lead our innovation roadmap into the post-2025 landscape. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, requiring you to translate foresight into actionable blueprints that will redefine industries.
In this position, you'll collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to anticipate paradigm shifts, prototype future scenarios, and shape products that will dominate the 2030 marketplace. We offer unparalleled resources, a culture of intellectual curiosity, and the opportunity to leave an indelible mark on human progress.
Responsibilities
- Identify and analyze emerging technological, social, and economic trends through 2026 horizon scanning
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks for product roadmaps and business innovation
- Create immersive future scenario models and stakeholder communication materials
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable R&D priorities
- Author thought leadership content on disruptive technologies and societal evolution
- Partner with C-suite executives to integrate future-focused strategies into corporate vision
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-tech research
- Proven expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional storytelling and visualization skills for complex future concepts
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful future-strategy implementations
- Published thought leadership in futurism or technology innovation