Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap, leveraging emerging technologies to solve humanity's most complex challenges. This role blends deep technical acumen with strategic foresight, requiring you to anticipate paradigm shifts across AI, biotech, and quantum computing. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to build actionable frameworks for exponential growth while maintaining ethical governance in an accelerating future.
What you'll achieve: Pioneer next-gen innovation frameworks, lead cross-disciplinary research initiatives, and shape our technological trajectory for the coming decade. Your work will directly influence multi-billion dollar investments and global industry standards.
Responsibilities
- Develop predictive models for technological convergence in AI, quantum systems, and synthetic biology
- Lead scenario-planning workshops with Fortune 500 partners on 2026 market transformations
- Architect ethical governance frameworks for autonomous systems and advanced AI
- Produce annual 'Future State' reports with actionable strategic recommendations
- Manage a portfolio of moonshot projects with $50M+ R&D budgets
- Represent Horizon Labs at global forums on emerging tech policy and standards
- Mentor a team of futurist researchers and innovation catalysts
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or advanced R&D leadership
- Expertise in at least two of: quantum computing, synthetic biology, or AGI safety
- Proven track record of publishing peer-reviewed research on exponential technologies
- Experience with scenario planning methodologies (e.g., Delphi, Horizon Scanning)
- Deep understanding of global tech policy landscapes and regulatory frameworks
- Advanced degree in Physics, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to executive audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating successful implementation of future-focused strategies