Job Description
Join Horizon Labs as a 2026 Futurist and architect the future of technology and human potential. We're seeking a visionary strategist to decode emerging trends, design next-generation frameworks, and lead cross-disciplinary teams in turning speculative concepts into tangible innovations. This role merges deep technological foresight with human-centered design to shape how societies evolve in the coming decade.
You'll operate at the intersection of AI, biotechnology, and sustainable systems, developing roadmaps for technologies that will define 2026 and beyond. We offer competitive compensation, unlimited learning stipends, and the opportunity to impact billions of lives through breakthrough innovation.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year strategic foresight frameworks for AI, quantum computing, and climate resilience technologies
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate future scenarios into actionable product roadmaps
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis across 15+ emerging technology domains
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to integrate future-proofing into corporate strategy
- Author white papers and thought leadership on societal impacts of 2026 technology trends
- Design ethical governance frameworks for autonomous systems and human-AI collaboration
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype next-generation interfaces and interaction models
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy, futures research, or innovation leadership
- Expertise in trend analysis frameworks (e.g., STEEP, Delphi method)
- Published work on emerging technology impacts (AI, biotech, quantum)
- Proven experience leading cross-disciplinary innovation initiatives
- MSc/PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Deep knowledge of ethical AI development and responsible innovation
- Exceptional storytelling skills for communicating complex futures to diverse audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-focused projects with measurable impact