Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. This pivotal role blends technological foresight with human-centric innovation to shape industries before they exist. If you thrive at the intersection of quantum computing, bio-digital interfaces, and sustainable systems, your impact will redefine what's possible.
As a thought leader, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, disrupt AI ethics frameworks, and incubate ventures that solve 2030's challenges today. Our San Francisco hub offers unparalleled resources, from quantum simulators to neuro-interactive labs, empowering you to turn speculative futures into tangible realities.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify paradigm-shifting technologies and societal shifts
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating quantum computing, AGI, and climate resilience solutions
- Design ethical frameworks for next-gen human-machine symbiosis systems
- Partner with C-suite executives to embed 2026 vision into corporate DNA
- Present disruptive insights at Davos, TED, and industry-defining forums
- Mentor cross-disciplinary teams in speculative design and scenario planning
- Author white papers that set global standards for emerging tech governance
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or equivalent interdisciplinary expertise
- 10+ years in strategic foresight with 3+ years in exponential tech domains
- Published author in Nature Futures or equivalent peer-reviewed publications
- Proven track record of incubating ventures valued at $50M+
- Deep fluency in quantum algorithms, neuro-interfaces, and carbon-negative tech
- Certification in Advanced Scenario Planning from Singularity University
- Portfolio demonstrating successful 5-year future-forecasting accuracy