Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow! We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect breakthrough strategies for 2026 and beyond. As a thought leader in our innovation division, you'll transform complex data into actionable roadmaps that redefine industries. Collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional teams, and shape the future of technology, sustainability, and human experience.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics. You'll leverage cutting-edge research methodologies to identify paradigm shifts, develop scenario-planning frameworks, and guide organizational transformation in an era of unprecedented change. This role offers unparalleled impact in a culture that values intellectual curiosity and bold experimentation.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends and disruptive technologies to forecast 2026+ market landscapes
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term organizational vision
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for executive leadership and key stakeholders
- Establish quantitative forecasting models using AI-driven analytics and predictive tools
- Champion design thinking methodologies to prototype future-state solutions
- Publish thought leadership content in industry publications and at global forums
- Mentor junior futurists and cultivate a culture of continuous innovation
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of delivering high-impact futures research for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in horizon scanning, trend analysis, and scenario planning methodologies
- Deep knowledge of emerging technologies: quantum computing, biotech, AGI, and climate tech
- Exceptional data visualization and narrative storytelling capabilities
- Experience leading cross-functional teams through complex transformation initiatives