Job Description
Join the vanguard of tomorrow as a 2026 Futurist Strategist at Horizon Vision Labs. We're seeking a visionary thinker to architect our roadmap for the next frontier of human and technological evolution. In this pivotal role, you'll decode emerging trends, synthesize disruptive innovations, and shape actionable strategies that will define our industry's landscape in 2026 and beyond. Collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and pioneer solutions at the intersection of AI, biotech, and sustainable futures.
This isn't just a job—it's your chance to architect the future. If you thrive at the nexus of foresight, strategy, and exponential technologies, we invite you to apply.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify and validate breakthrough technologies and societal shifts through 2026
- Develop quantitative and qualitative frameworks for trend analysis and scenario planning
- Architect strategic roadmaps for 2026 product innovation and market positioning
- Facilitate executive workshops on future-proofing business models and organizational resilience
- Author white papers and thought leadership on emerging paradigms in AI, quantum computing, and climate tech
- Partner with R&D to translate foresight into actionable innovation pipelines
- Monitor global policy/regulatory shifts affecting 2026 technology adoption landscapes
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Innovation, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology trend analysis
- Expertise in horizon scanning methodologies (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Proven track record of developing 5+ year strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional data synthesis and storytelling skills for executive audiences
- Published thought leadership in futures/innovation publications
- Experience with scenario planning tools and foresight software