Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our 2026 strategic roadmap, blending cutting-edge technology with human-centric design. This pivotal role will shape how organizations navigate the next paradigm shift in AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology.
At Horizon Labs, we thrive on intellectual curiosity and bold experimentation. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, Silicon Valley pioneers, and global thought leaders to transform theoretical possibilities into tangible realities. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources for prototyping and testing breakthrough concepts.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026 technology foresight frameworks
- Lead cross-functional teams in identifying disruptive innovation pathways
- Produce strategic white papers on emerging tech impacts
- Partner with C-suite executives to future-proof organizational strategy
- Curate exclusive thought leadership summits with industry visionaries
- Design scenario-planning models for quantum/AI convergence
- Mentor next-generation futurists through our Horizon Fellowship Program
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight or innovation consulting
- PhD or equivalent in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or related field
- Published author in peer-reviewed futurist journals
- Expertise in quantum computing and generative AI ecosystems
- Proven track record of implementing tech roadblocks
- Fluency in scenario planning methodologies (e.g., Delphi, Horizon Scanning)
- Experience advising Fortune 500 C-suite on tech disruption