Job Description
Join Horizon Vision Labs as we pioneer the future. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and shape our next-generation roadmap. This pivotal role requires a forward-thinking leader who can navigate ambiguity, identify paradigm shifts, and transform foresight into actionable strategy. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and innovation teams to position us at the vanguard of technological and societal evolution.
As the architect of our 2026+ vision, you'll explore quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech landscapes. If you thrive at the intersection of imagination and execution, and possess an insatiable curiosity for what's next, this is your calling to define tomorrow's reality today.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive technologies, market shifts, and societal impacts by 2026
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks and scenario-planning models for long-term corporate positioning
- Collaborate with R&D teams to integrate future insights into product roadmaps and innovation pipelines
- Present executive-level strategic briefings on emerging risks and opportunities in global tech landscapes
- Establish thought leadership through published whitepapers and industry conference presentations
- Build cross-functional networks with futurists, academic researchers, and industry disruptors
- Quantify future economic and social impacts of exponential technologies for stakeholder alignment
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futurism, Strategic Planning, Technology Forecasting, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology trend analysis
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech, climate tech)
- Proven track record of translating future scenarios into executable business strategies
- Exceptional analytical modeling skills with data-driven scenario development
- Strong executive communication with ability to articulate complex futures to diverse audiences
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategic foresight publications
- Global perspective on geopolitical and demographic shifts affecting 2026+ landscapes