Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of innovation as we launch Project 2026—a groundbreaking initiative to redefine human-technology symbiosis by the end of the decade. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist to architect tomorrow's digital ecosystems today. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight, cross-industry collaboration, and an unwavering passion for shaping a sustainable, tech-empowered future.
As a cornerstone of our R&D division, you'll lead multidisciplinary teams in conceptualizing and prototyping next-gen solutions while interfacing with Fortune 500 partners, academic institutions, and global policymakers. Your work will directly influence how humanity navigates AI ethics, climate resilience, and digital equity in the coming years.
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic foresight initiatives for Project 2026, identifying emerging tech trends and societal shifts
- Architect roadmaps for human-AI coexistence systems, quantum computing integration, and climate-tech convergence
- Partner with C-suite executives to align corporate strategy with long-term technological trajectories
- Present visionary frameworks to global forums, including Davos and UN Innovation Summits
- Mentor cross-functional teams in speculative design and scenario planning methodologies
- Drive R&D investments in quantum neural networks and decentralized identity protocols
- Author thought leadership pieces for Nature Futures and MIT Technology Review
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent domain expertise with 10+ years' experience
- Proven track record in forecasting tech disruptions (published in top-tier journals)
- Expertise in scenario planning, Delphi methodology, and horizon scanning frameworks
- Deep understanding of quantum computing, neurotech, and climate-tech convergence
- Experience advising Fortune 500 executives on strategic innovation roadmaps
- Proficiency in Python for trend modeling and data visualization (D3.js/Tableau)
- Global network of futurists, VCs, and academic researchers across 3+ continents
- Certification in Foresight Professional (CFP) or equivalent