Job Description
Join FutureHorizon Labs as a 2026 Strategic Futurist and architect tomorrow's breakthrough innovations today. We're seeking a visionary leader to decode emerging trends, pioneer next-generation solutions, and steer our organization toward the technological frontier. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to shape our roadmap for the post-2025 landscape.
Why This Role Matters: In an era of exponential change, our futurist will be the compass guiding our R&D investments, market expansions, and product evolution. You'll interface with C-suite executives, research institutions, and global think tanks to transform foresight into actionable strategy.
What We Offer: Competitive equity packages, unlimited PTO, cutting-edge R&D budget, and the opportunity to influence the future of human-technology symbiosis.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and paradigm shifts (2026-2030)
- Develop and maintain predictive models for market evolution and consumer behavior
- Collaborate with AI/quantum computing teams to prototype future-state solutions
- Present strategic foresight briefings to executive board and external stakeholders
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for geopolitical and technological uncertainty
- Drive cross-functional innovation sprints focused on 2026+ capabilities
Qualifications
- PhD or Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or equivalent experience
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Published research on exponential technologies or megatrends analysis
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend impact assessment, and horizon scanning
- Proficiency with AI-driven forecasting tools (e.g., GPT-4, Palantir)
- Portfolio demonstrating foresight-to-strategy translation projects
- Deep understanding of quantum computing, neurotech, and climate resilience
- Exceptional communication skills for complex technical audiences