Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and drive disruptive innovation across emerging technologies. This role demands an unparalleled blend of foresight, strategic planning, and cross-functional leadership to shape the future of sustainable tech ecosystems.
You'll collaborate with quantum computing researchers, AI ethics specialists, and biotech pioneers to develop actionable frameworks for next-generation human-computer interaction, climate-resilient infrastructure, and decentralized autonomous organizations. Your insights will directly influence $500M+ R&D initiatives and shape industry standards.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead scenario planning workshops with C-suite executives on disruptive megatrends
- Architect ethical frameworks for AI/quantum convergence applications
- Partner with venture capital teams to identify emerging paradigm shifts
- Author thought leadership publications on post-singularity societal impacts
- Oversee cross-functional innovation sprints in neurotech and synthetic biology
- Advose UN committees on sustainable development goals 2030 alignment
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or related quantitative discipline
- 10+ years in strategic foresight with Fortune 500 or Big Tech
- Published research on exponential technology implications (peer-reviewed)
- Expertise in scenario modeling using Monte Carlo simulations
- Proficiency in AR/VR collaborative planning platforms (e.g., Spatial.io)
- Experience advising on quantum-resistant cryptography implementations
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful 5-year+ technology predictions
- Security clearance for sensitive emerging technology projects