Job Description
Join Horizon Labs as we architect tomorrow's reality today. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to spearhead our 2026 strategic foresight initiatives. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge research with actionable strategy to position our company at the forefront of emerging technologies and societal shifts. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, design future scenarios, and translate complex trends into transformative business opportunities. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and innovation, this is your chance to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year strategic foresight frameworks for 2026+ horizons
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis across biotech, AI, quantum computing, and climate tech
- Produce scenario planning reports and risk assessments for disruptive innovations
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future possibilities
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Present insights to executive leadership and influence product roadmaps
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future studies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial strategy
- Expertise in scenario planning, Delphi methods, and trend analysis
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Exceptional storytelling and executive communication skills
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation journals