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 next decade of human-machine collaboration. This role blends predictive analytics, ethical foresight, and strategic innovation to transform industries before they evolve. Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping solutions for climate resilience, AI governance, and biotech integration while shaping our organization's 10-year roadmap. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and exponential thinking, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Analyze exponential technology trends (quantum computing, synthetic biology, AGI) to forecast 2026+ market disruptions
- Develop ethical frameworks for autonomous systems and human augmentation technologies
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for C-suite executives on future-proofing business models
- Prototype AI-driven sustainability solutions for climate adaptation strategies
- Collaborate with R&D teams to validate emerging tech applications in real-world environments
- Author white papers on the societal implications of 2026's technological inflection points
- Build strategic partnerships with academic institutions and government innovation labs
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futurology, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging tech research
- Portfolio demonstrating predictive modeling of technological tipping points
- Expertise in scenario planning methodologies (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (blockchain, neuromorphic computing, etc.)
- Published thought leadership on future-of-work or human-AI collaboration
- Experience with ethical AI governance frameworks (e.g., EU AI Act principles)
- Proven ability to translate complex futures into actionable business strategies