Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of innovation shaping 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist Analyst to decode emerging trends, disrupt conventional thinking, and architect tomorrow's technological landscape. This pivotal role blends deep data analysis with strategic foresight to guide our R&D pipeline and investment decisions. You'll collaborate with quantum computing specialists, bioengineers, and AI architects to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities before they enter mainstream consciousness. Our culture rewards intellectual curiosity, embraces calculated risks, and empowers you to publish groundbreaking research that influences global tech policy.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research across quantum computing, synthetic biology, and AI ethics to map 2026+ technological inflection points
- Develop predictive models using proprietary simulation platforms to assess market readiness and adoption trajectories
- Lead cross-functional workshops with C-suite executives to translate foresight into actionable innovation roadmaps
- Author white papers and keynote presentations at premier tech conferences (Web Summit, CES, etc.)
- Manage a $5M annual innovation fund for prototyping emerging technologies
- Establish strategic partnerships with leading research institutions (MIT, Stanford, etc.)
- Mentor junior analysts in advanced trend analysis methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD or equivalent experience in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or Quantitative Social Sciences
- 5+ years in strategic foresight or technology forecasting at Fortune 500 or VC-backed startups
- Published research in peer-reviewed journals (e.g., Futures, Technological Forecasting) or major industry publications
- Advanced proficiency in Python, R, and simulation modeling tools (AnyLogic, Gephi)
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional storytelling skills to communicate complex scenarios to diverse stakeholders
- Track record of successfully identifying and commercializing emerging trends