Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. This pivotal role blends cutting-edge technology foresight with actionable business strategy, transforming speculative futures into market-leading innovations.
As a key architect of our 2026 vision, you'll collaborate with quantum computing teams, AI ethics councils, and biotech pioneers to shape products that redefine industries. Our San Francisco hub offers unparalleled resourcesâincluding a neuro-ergonomics lab and time-dilation simulation chambersâto accelerate your breakthroughs.
Responsibilities
- Analyze exponential technology trajectories (quantum, AGI, synthetic biology) to identify disruptive opportunities
- Develop 2026 strategic roadmaps with 5-year implementation horizons
- Lead cross-functional 'Future Scenario' workshops with C-suite executives
- Author predictive whitepapers published in Nature Futures and IEEE Spectrum
- Partner with neuro-ergonomics teams to optimize human-AI interfaces
- Drive patent portfolios for next-gen cognitive augmentation systems
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or equivalent strategic foresight certification
- 5+ years in strategic innovation roles with Fortune 500 tech companies
- Published research in exponential technology forecasting (peer-reviewed)
- Expertise in Monte Carlo simulations for complex system modeling
- Proficiency in foresight frameworks (STEEP, Delphi, Horizon Scanning)
- Deep understanding of AGI alignment challenges and quantum computing architectures