Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative strategies for 2026 and beyond. This role blends deep technological foresight with human-centered design to create actionable roadmaps that will redefine industries.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and publish groundbreaking research that shapes our company's trajectory. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your moment to impact the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and translate insights into strategic roadmaps
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for 2026 market landscapes
- Develop patent-pending innovation frameworks for emerging tech adoption
- Present trend briefings to Fortune 500 executive teams
- Manage $2M+ innovation portfolio with ROI-focused KPIs
- Mentor junior futurists and publish quarterly industry whitepapers
Qualifications
- 10+ years in foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging tech strategy
- Proven track record of scaling futuristic concepts to commercial success
- Expertise in systems thinking and trend analysis methodologies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals
- Proficiency in strategic foresight tools (Horizon Scanning, Delphi Method)
- Experience with quantum computing or synthetic biology preferred