Job Description
Shape the future as Horizon Labs' lead Futurist Innovation Strategist, defining technological and societal paradigms for 2026 and beyond. Join our elite team of visionaries architecting tomorrow's breakthroughs in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable ecosystems. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with market-ready solutions, positioning our organization at the forefront of the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
Located in the heart of San Francisco's tech district, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, startup founders, and global policymakers to translate foresight into actionable strategies. We offer unparalleled resources, flexible work arrangements, and a culture where audacious ideas become reality.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 technology roadmaps across AI, biotech, and climate tech sectors
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for C-suite executives on disruptive futures
- Produce white papers and policy briefs for governments and Fortune 500 clients
- Manage a $5M innovation portfolio funding moonshot projects
- Keynote at global forums (Web Summit, Davos) representing our vision
- Mentor cross-functional teams in rapid prototyping of future technologies
- Analyze geopolitical and demographic shifts impacting 2026 markets
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or equivalent experience
- 10+ years in strategic foresight at top-tier firms (McKinsey, BCG, etc.)
- Published author in peer-reviewed futurist journals
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Portfolio of implemented 5-year+ technology forecasts
- Proficiency in AI-driven trend analysis tools (e.g., GPT-4, Palantir)
- Global network of innovation leaders and policymakers