Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect the future of human-technology symbiosis. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to transform speculative concepts into actionable blueprints for our next-generation ecosystem.
As a key architect of our 2026 roadmap, you'll collaborate with quantum computing pioneers, AI ethicists, and biotech innovators to shape the next paradigm of human progress. Your insights will directly influence product development, market positioning, and long-term corporate strategy in an era of unprecedented technological acceleration.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis for 2026+ technology convergence (quantum, AI, biotech, neurotech)
- Develop strategic frameworks for emerging technology adoption and market disruption
- Produce future scenario models and risk assessments for next-gen innovations
- Collaborate with R&D teams to translate foresight into actionable product roadmaps
- Present strategic insights to C-suite and board stakeholders with executive-level clarity
- Establish thought leadership through white papers, conference keynotes, and industry publications
- Manage cross-functional innovation sprints for 2026 technology incubation projects
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy, futurism, or innovation consulting
- Proven track record of forecasting tech trends (demonstrated via published work)
- Expertise in at least two emerging tech domains: quantum computing, AGI, or synthetic biology
- Advanced degree in Futuristics, Systems Theory, or related field
- Experience with scenario planning methodologies (e.g., Delphi, causal layered analysis)
- Strong data visualization skills for complex future-state modeling
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful innovation initiatives launched in the past 5 years
- Certification in Futures Studies or equivalent credential preferred