Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking an AI Futurist Strategist to architect the next generation of intelligent systems that will redefine industries. This role bridges bleeding-edge research with practical implementation, requiring visionary thinking to solve humanity's most complex challenges. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, quantum computing pioneers, and ethical AI advocates to develop frameworks that ensure technology advances human potential while mitigating existential risks.
Responsibilities
- Design and deploy predictive models forecasting technological convergence points between 2026-2030
- Lead cross-disciplinary task forces integrating biotech, quantum computing, and neural interfaces
- Architect ethical AI governance frameworks for autonomous systems and human augmentation
- Develop scenario-planning simulations for climate-altering technologies and space colonization
- Secure $50M+ R&D funding through white papers and stakeholder presentations
- Mentor PhD candidates in emerging fields like synthetic consciousness and nanoscale robotics
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Cognitive Science, or related field with 7+ years AI research
- Published work in top-tier journals (Nature, Science, NeurIPS) on AI ethics or future tech
- Expertise in quantum machine learning and neuromorphic computing architectures
- Proven track record of commercializing futuristic technologies (patents preferred)
- Fluency in predictive analytics frameworks and scenario-planning methodologies
- Experience securing government grants and DARPA-level funding