Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist to architect strategic roadmaps for 2026 and beyond, driving transformative solutions in emerging technologies. This role merges foresight, data science, and business strategy to shape our organization's future trajectory. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and publish cutting-edge research that defines industry standards.
We offer competitive equity, unlimited PTO, and a state-of-the-art lab where your ideas become reality. If you're passionate about solving tomorrow's challenges today, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year strategic innovation roadmaps for 2026+ market disruption
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and commercialization pathways
- Lead scenario planning workshops with executive stakeholders
- Produce whitepapers and thought leadership for industry conferences
- Manage $2M+ innovation budgets and vendor ecosystems
- Mentor junior futurists and build the foresight practice
Qualifications
- 10+ years in innovation strategy, R&D, or futurist roles
- Advanced degree in Technology, Economics, or Futures Studies
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies
- Expertise in horizon scanning and trend analysis methodologies
- Strong data modeling and scenario planning skills
- Published thought leadership in tech or business journals
- Experience leading global cross-functional teams