Job Description
Join Horizon Labs as we pioneer the future! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futures Strategist to decode emerging trends, design next-generation solutions, and steer our innovation roadmap toward 2026 and beyond. This role blends foresight analysis with practical execution, requiring you to identify disruptive technologies, map societal shifts, and translate future scenarios into actionable strategies. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and long-term planning, this is your chance to shape tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging technologies and societal trends impacting 2026+ landscapes
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for product development and market positioning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align teams on future-oriented innovation priorities
- Produce trend reports and predictive models for C-suite decision-making
- Collaborate with R&D to prototype solutions targeting 2026 market needs
- Establish KPIs to track future-readiness across organizational functions
Qualifications
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused product development
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and their societal implications
- Proven experience developing scenario planning frameworks and trend analysis methodologies
- Strong data storytelling skills with proficiency in visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- Published thought leadership on technological or societal transformation