Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape as we launch our revolutionary 2026 Initiative. We seek a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, shape long-term innovation roadmaps, and transform theoretical possibilities into market-ready solutions. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to position our organization as the undisputed leader in next-generation technologies.
As a key architect of our 2026 vision, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to anticipate societal shifts, technological disruptions, and market evolution. Your insights will directly influence product development, investment strategies, and organizational agility in an exponentially changing world.
Responsibilities
- Forecast global technology and societal trends through quantitative modeling and qualitative research
- Develop strategic frameworks for 2026 product ecosystems and market positioning
- Lead scenario-planning workshops with C-suite executives and innovation teams
- Produce trend reports and whitepapers that shape industry discourse
- Partner with R&D to translate foresight into actionable innovation pipelines
- Represent the company at global futurist conferences and thought leadership forums
- Mentor junior strategists in future-proof methodologies and critical thinking
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven track record of developing successful 5+ year strategic roadmaps
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Strong data visualization and storytelling capabilities for complex concepts
- Published thought leadership in futurism or technology strategy
- Experience with scenario planning tools and horizon scanning methodologies
- Exceptional communication skills for executive and technical audiences