Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our innovation roadmap for 2026 and beyond. In this pivotal role, you'll decode emerging technological paradigms, guide R&D strategy, and transform futuristic concepts into market-disrupting solutions. Collaborate with quantum computing pioneers, bio-engineering innovators, and AI architects to build the next generation of human-centric technology.
This hybrid position offers unparalleled influence to shape how humanity interacts with technology in the coming decade. Your work will directly impact product development, investment strategy, and global thought leadership in exponential technologies.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across quantum computing, synthetic biology, and AI ethics
- Develop 2026 innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term business objectives
- Partner with C-suite executives to integrate future-focused strategies into corporate planning
- Present visionary insights to Fortune 500 clients and industry thought leaders
- Curate and manage an ecosystem of academic researchers and tech startups
- Author seminal white papers on disruptive technology adoption patterns
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen human-machine interfaces
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, R&D, or futurism roles
- Advanced degree in Technology, Engineering, or Future Studies
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies
- Deep expertise in at least two exponential tech domains (e.g., AGI, quantum, biotech)
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Published author in technology foresight or innovation strategy
- Fluency in scenario planning methodologies and futures modeling tools
- Portfolio of implemented future-focused initiatives with measurable impact