Job Description
Join Horizon Vision Labs at the forefront of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect our roadmap for the next decade. This pivotal role blends analytical rigor with creative foresight to transform uncertainty into opportunity. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop proactive strategies that position us as industry pioneers in an evolving technological landscape.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of data-driven analysis and imaginative scenario planning. If you're passionate about shaping how businesses adapt to exponential change, we invite you to lead our journey toward 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain horizon-scanning frameworks to identify emerging technologies and societal shifts affecting 2026+ landscapes
- Produce forward-looking strategic briefings and scenario-planning models for executive decision-making
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align organizational vision with future market opportunities
- Analyze complex data sets to quantify disruption risks and innovation potential
- Establish thought leadership through published whitepapers and industry conference presentations
- Collaborate with R&D to prioritize long-term technology investments
- Monitor geopolitical, economic, and environmental megatrends with impact assessment capabilities
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Planning, or related field (PhD preferred)
- Minimum 7 years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused technology roles
- Proven expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech, etc.)
- Exceptional data storytelling and executive communication skills
- Experience publishing in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ years of successful future-strategy implementation
- Proficiency in strategic foresight tools (e.g., Delphi method, causal layered analysis)