Job Description
Join FutureHorizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to architect the 2026 landscape and beyond. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight to identify emerging paradigms, decode disruptive technologies, and position our organization as the industry's innovation compass. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to transform speculative futures into actionable roadmaps, ensuring our leadership in the rapidly evolving digital ecosystem.
We offer unparalleled opportunities to shape humanity's trajectory through cutting-edge research, exclusive industry summits, and a culture where audacious ideas become reality. Your impact will resonate across global markets, defining how businesses and societies adapt to the transformative decade ahead.
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic foresight initiatives to map technological, economic, and societal shifts through 2026
- Develop evidence-based future scenarios and risk-assessment models for executive decision-making
- Partner with R&D teams to integrate emerging innovations (AI, quantum computing, biotech) into product roadmaps
- Deliver keynote presentations and white papers on future trends at global industry forums
- Establish cross-functional innovation pipelines to accelerate commercialization of 2026-ready solutions
- Monitor geopolitical and regulatory landscapes to anticipate market disruptions
- Mentor junior futurists while publishing thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Innovation, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or C-suite advisory roles
- Proven expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and technology impact assessment
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology) and their societal implications
- Exceptional data storytelling skills with proficiency in visualization tools (Tableau, D3.js)
- Published author in futurism or adjacent fields with demonstrated thought leadership
- Experience advising Fortune 500 companies on 5-10 year strategic transformation
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from foresight academy or equivalent)