Job Description
Join NextGen Horizon Labs at the forefront of shaping tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative strategies for 2026 and beyond. In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to navigate technological disruptions, market shifts, and societal evolutions that will redefine industries. Your insights will directly influence our product roadmap, investment priorities, and long-term vision, positioning us as pioneers in the next wave of innovation.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, biotech, climate tech) and forecast their impact on business models through 2026
- Develop actionable innovation roadmaps aligned with 3-5 year strategic horizons
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify future market opportunities and threats
- Present future scenarios to executive stakeholders and boards using data-driven storytelling
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype solutions for emerging market needs
- Monitor competitive landscapes and disruptor ecosystems for early-mover advantages
- Author thought leadership publications on 2026 industry transformations
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in innovation strategy, consulting, or corporate foresight roles
- Proven track record of translating trend analysis into executable business strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and trend impact assessment
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology, AGI)
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Published thought leadership on future-of-work or industry disruption
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from University of Houston or Oxford)