Job Description
Join Horizon Forward Labs at the forefront of innovation as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, design adaptive frameworks, and shape tomorrow's technological landscape. This role blends deep analytical rigor with creative foresight to transform possibilities into actionable strategies.
About Horizon Forward Labs: A Silicon Valley think tank incubating breakthrough technologies for sustainable human advancement. Our interdisciplinary team operates at the intersection of quantum computing, biotech, and AI ethics.
Responsibilities
- Analyze horizon-scanning data to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts through 2026+
- Develop scenario-planning models for enterprise clients facing exponential change
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed future-readiness into organizational DNA
- Author forward-looking whitepapers and trend briefs for C-suite decision makers
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype solutions for anticipated market needs
- Represent company at global innovation forums and thought leadership summits
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven track record of translating complex trends into executable business strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning, systems thinking, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Management, or related field
- Proficiency in AI-driven trend analysis tools (e.g., Palantir, TrendWatching)
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed futurist journals or major industry publications
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful future-strategy implementations