Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation as we pioneer solutions for the 2026 landscape. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect strategic frameworks that will shape the next decade of human progress. In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives across tech, healthcare, and sustainability sectors to identify paradigm shifts before they disrupt markets. Your expertise will directly influence our R&D roadmap and investment priorities in AI ethics, quantum computing applications, and climate-resilient infrastructure.
This position offers unparalleled influence at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy. We provide comprehensive benefits including equity, flexible remote work, and dedicated innovation time. If you're passionate about creating tangible futures, we invite you to build tomorrow with us today.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (technological, social, environmental) and develop predictive models for 2026 market landscapes
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable business strategies
- Produce executive briefings on disruptive technologies and their ethical implications
- Partner with product teams to embed future-proofing principles into development lifecycles
- Establish thought leadership through whitepapers, conference keynotes, and industry publications
- Maintain a dynamic trend intelligence database with proprietary Horizon Labs methodology
- Advance the company's strategic roadmap through quarterly scenario planning exercises
Qualifications
- Minimum 8 years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future studies role
- Proven track record of influencing C-level decisions with trend analysis
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related quantitative field
- Expertise in at least two emerging domains: AI governance, biotech ethics, or climate tech
- Exceptional storytelling skills with ability to communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences
- Proficiency in horizon scanning tools (e.g., Delphi method, cross-impact matrices)
- Published thought leader with 10+ industry articles or conference presentations
- Portfolio demonstrating successful trend-to-strategy translation initiatives