Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect our next-generation roadmap. This pivotal role demands forward-thinking expertise to navigate emerging technologies, market shifts, and societal transformations shaping 2026 and beyond. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to translate future insights into actionable business strategies, driving our position as industry pioneers.
In this high-impact position, you'll analyze cutting-edge trends in AI, biotech, and quantum computing while developing scenario-planning frameworks that will guide our R&D investments and product development cycles. Your work will directly influence how organizations adapt to the rapidly evolving technological landscape of the mid-2020s.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 strategic roadmaps by analyzing emerging technologies, geopolitical shifts, and socioeconomic trends
- Lead cross-functional workshops to integrate future insights into product development and business planning
- Produce scenario-based forecasts and risk assessments for disruptive technologies
- Collaborate with innovation teams to identify breakthrough opportunities aligned with 2026 market predictions
- Present strategic recommendations to executive leadership through data-driven visualizations
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems to maintain competitive advantage in future markets
- Author thought leadership content on technology trajectories and future-proofing strategies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Strategy, or related field; PhD preferred
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or technology forecasting
- Proven expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to articulate complex futures to diverse stakeholders
- Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and predictive modeling
- Published thought leadership in future-focused publications or journals
- Portfolio demonstrating successful strategic initiatives with 5+ year impact horizons