Job Description
At Horizon Labs, we're not just preparing for tomorrow—we're actively inventing it. As a 2026 Futurist Strategy Director, you'll lead our charge into the next frontier of technological and societal evolution. You'll spearhead cross-disciplinary initiatives that merge AI ethics, quantum computing applications, and sustainable urban planning to shape humanity's trajectory. This role demands visionary thinking paired with executable strategy, offering unparalleled influence at the intersection of innovation and impact.
Join a team of Nobel laureates, Silicon Valley pioneers, and UN advisors to architect frameworks for autonomous governance systems, climate-resilient infrastructure, and human-AI symbiosis. Your work will directly influence policy decisions, corporate transformations, and global development agendas.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement 5-year strategic roadmaps for emerging technology adoption
- Lead scenario planning for disruptive events in biotech, space exploration, and decentralized economies
- Coordinate with C-suite executives to align organizational capabilities with 2026 market projections
- Develop ethical frameworks for next-gen AI deployment and human augmentation technologies
- Publish thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals and industry whitepapers
- Mentor a team of futurist researchers and data scientists
- Secure $5M+ in funding for strategic initiatives through government and private partnerships
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or related quantitative discipline
- 10+ years in strategic consulting or C-suite technology leadership
- Published research in top-tier journals (Nature, Science, Harvard Business Review)
- Expertise in predictive modeling and Monte Carlo simulations
- Proven track record in cross-cultural stakeholder alignment
- Deep knowledge of quantum computing and synthetic biology
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., WFS, APF)
- Fluency in Mandarin or Arabic for global stakeholder engagement