Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our 2026 roadmap and transform speculative concepts into actionable strategies. In this pivotal role, you'll decode emerging trends, pioneer breakthrough technologies, and lead cross-functional teams to disrupt industries before they evolve. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight, technology, and human potential, this is your moment to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 innovation roadmaps using trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning
- Lead cross-disciplinary teams to prototype and validate futuristic concepts (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Present strategic foresight to C-suite executives and external stakeholders with compelling data narratives
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs to pioneer next-gen solutions
- Quantify market disruption potential through financial modeling and competitive intelligence
- Mentor junior strategists in futures thinking methodologies and innovation frameworks
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial opportunities
- Expertise in emerging tech (GenAI, Web3, neurotech) and their societal implications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Certification in futures methodologies (e.g., CFS, Foresight Practitioner)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-focused initiatives launched to market