Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical business strategy, requiring you to navigate complex technological, social, and economic shifts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop future-proof roadmaps while maintaining a pulse on disruptive technologies like AI ethics, quantum computing, and sustainable tech ecosystems. Your insights will directly shape product development, market positioning, and long-term corporate vision in an ever-evolving landscape.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and synthesize global technological, social, and economic trends to identify strategic opportunities
- Develop scenario-based forecasting models for 2026+ market landscapes
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-vision roadmaps
- Author thought leadership publications and predictive intelligence reports
- Partner with R&D to prototype and validate futuristic concepts
- Monitor emerging technologies (quantum, bio-convergence, decentralized systems) for commercial viability
- Advise executive leadership on risk mitigation for paradigm shifts
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Strategic Foresight, Technology Policy, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and systems thinking
- Published research or proven track record in predictive modeling
- Deep understanding of emerging tech: AI governance, quantum applications, sustainable innovation
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to diverse audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating future-vision projects or trend analysis work
- Certification in Foresight (e.g., CFMP) preferred