Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to architect 2026's technological landscape. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight, cutting-edge research capabilities, and the ability to translate emerging trends into actionable business frameworks. You'll lead cross-functional initiatives in quantum computing, biotech convergence, and sustainable AI development, shaping how humanity interacts with technology in the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Develop and publish annual 2026 Technology Impact Assessments for Fortune 500 clients
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for C-suite executives on disruptive 2026 market shifts
- Establish strategic partnerships with DARPA, MIT Media Lab, and EU Horizon Europe
- Design immersive foresight simulations using quantum computing neural networks
- Author whitepapers on human-machine symbiosis in 2026 workplace ecosystems
- Mentor junior futurists in predictive analytics and horizon-scanning methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or Cognitive Science
- 10+ years in strategic foresight or technology innovation consulting
- Published research in Nature Futures or Journal of Futures Studies
- Expertise in quantum machine learning and synthetic biology
- Certified Futurist (CF) from Association of Professional Futurists
- Fluency in Python, R, and TensorFlow for trend modeling
- Experience securing NSF or EU Horizon grants for future-focused R&D