Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality today at Horizon Labs. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation technological ecosystem. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge innovation with market foresight, ensuring we lead rather than follow the future.
Join our elite R&D team in Austin's innovation district where you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, Silicon Valley veterans, and disruptive startups. We offer unparalleled resources for prototyping, competitive compensation, and a culture that celebrates intellectual curiosity.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum computing, AI ethics, biotech convergence) to create 5-10 year strategic roadmaps
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive opportunities aligned with 2026 market projections
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for geopolitical, economic, and technological disruptions
- Present findings to C-suite and board with compelling data visualizations and actionable recommendations
- Maintain proprietary intelligence network of global futurists and academic thought leaders
- Oversee pilot programs for radical innovations with $5M+ annual R&D budget
- Author annual 'State of 2026' whitepapers establishing industry thought leadership
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futurology, Systems Theory, or related field (PhD preferred)
- Minimum 8 years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of predicting tech disruptions with documented case studies
- Expertise in scenario planning tools (STEEP analysis, Delphi methods, Monte Carlo simulations)
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, nanotech, neurotech) adoption curves
- Exceptional communication skills translating complex concepts for executive audiences
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., from Association of Professional Futurists)