Job Description
Join our pioneering team as the AI Futurist for 2026 and architect the next era of intelligent solutions. We're seeking a visionary strategist to decode emerging technological trends and translate them into actionable business frameworks. This role blends cutting-edge AI research with strategic foresight, positioning our organization at the forefront of the 2026 digital landscape. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop long-term innovation roadmaps while mentoring a multidisciplinary team of researchers and engineers.
At Horizon Insights Group, we believe the future is built today. Our culture values intellectual curiosity, rapid experimentation, and ethical innovation. You'll access state-of-the-art labs, industry partnerships with leading tech firms, and a compensation package designed to attract world-changing talent.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging AI trends, quantum computing breakthroughs, and biotech convergence to identify 2026 market opportunities
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks for C-suite stakeholders, translating complex tech concepts into executable business strategies
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints prototyping next-gen AI applications in healthcare, climate tech, and autonomous systems
- Establish thought leadership through white papers, industry keynotes, and patented methodologies
- Mentor a 15-person multidisciplinary team of AI researchers, data scientists, and UX futurists
- Forge strategic partnerships with MIT Media Lab, Stanford HAI, and global innovation ecosystems
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Cognitive Science, or related field with 8+ years in AI/quantum research
- Proven track record of publishing breakthrough papers at NeurIPS/ICML or equivalent tier-1 venues
- Executive-level experience translating tech trends into Fortune 500 roadmaps
- Deep expertise in generative AI, neuromorphic computing, and ethical AI frameworks
- Exceptional systems thinking with ability to model complex socio-technical ecosystems
- Portfolio demonstrating 2026-focused innovation projects with measurable impact
- Fluency in Python, TensorFlow, and strategic foresight methodologies (e.g., Delphi, horizon scanning)