Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Labs as a 2026 Futurist Strategist and shape tomorrow's innovations today. We're seeking a visionary thinker to decode emerging trends, develop long-term roadmaps, and guide our organization through the technological landscape of 2026. This role blends deep research with strategic foresight to position us at the forefront of next-gen industries.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global tech, economic, and social trends to forecast 2026+ industry disruptions
- Develop strategic frameworks for quantum computing, AI ethics, and biotechnology integration
- Collaborate with C-suite to align innovation roadmaps with future market opportunities
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for emerging threats and opportunities
- Produce trend reports and white papers on sustainable tech and human-machine collaboration
- Advise product teams on future-proofing solutions for 2026 market demands
Qualifications
- 5+ years in strategic planning, futurism, or emerging technology consulting
- Expertise in forecasting methodologies (Delphi, Horizon Scanning, Cross-Impact Matrix)
- Deep knowledge of quantum computing, AGI, or climate tech ecosystems
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation strategy
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Proficiency in trend analysis tools (e.g., Gartner, Trend Hunter)
- Experience advising Fortune 500 companies on 5-10 year strategic planning