Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of shaping tomorrow's technological landscape. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative strategies for 2026 and beyond. This role blends deep technical acumen with strategic foresight to guide our R&D initiatives in quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech ecosystems. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, patent breakthrough innovations, and present findings to Fortune 500 partners. If you thrive at the intersection of science, business, and human progress, this is your moment to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Forecast technological trajectories across AI, biotech, and space sectors through quantitative modeling
- Develop patentable frameworks for ethical AI governance and quantum-resistant security
- Lead cross-functional workshops with C-suite executives on 2026 adoption roadmaps
- Author whitepapers cited by IEEE and World Economic Forum
- Secure $5M+ in government/private grants for frontier technology initiatives
- Mentor PhD researchers in emerging tech commercialization strategies
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or Futurology with 8+ years experience
- Published research in Nature/Science on quantum/AI convergence (2020-2024)
- Proven track record of scaling tech startups from prototype to IPO
- Expertise in regulatory frameworks for autonomous systems and neurotech
- Fluency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum simulation platforms
- Security clearance (or ability to obtain) for classified defense projects