Job Description
Join FutureHorizon Labs at the forefront of innovation as we shape tomorrow's reality today. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to lead our charge into the next technological frontier. This role demands a blend of deep industry insight, creative foresight, and strategic execution to define and build the future of sustainable tech solutions. You'll collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to transform speculative concepts into market-ready innovations while maintaining our commitment to ethical, human-centered design.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026-era technology roadmaps aligned with emerging market trends
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for next-gen AI, quantum computing, and biotech integration
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Translate complex future projections into actionable business strategies
- Oversee R&D initiatives targeting 2026-2030 technological inflection points
- Present future-vision frameworks to C-suite stakeholders and investors
- Mentor innovation teams in speculative design methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning or innovation leadership within tech sector
- Proven track record in emerging technology forecasting and market analysis
- Expertise in futures research methodologies (e.g., horizon scanning, Delphi technique)
- Advanced degree in Technology Management, Futures Studies, or related field
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Experience with cross-industry ecosystem mapping and stakeholder engagement
- Published thought leadership in future-tech journals or conferences
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts