Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as a Senior Futurist to architect the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary strategist to decode emerging trends, drive innovation roadmaps, and transform foresight into actionable business strategies. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and market analysis, requiring you to anticipate paradigm shifts and guide our organization through the next wave of digital transformation.
At Horizon Dynamics, we empower futurists with cutting-edge research tools, cross-industry partnerships, and the autonomy to explore uncharted territories. Your insights will directly influence product development, investment decisions, and our global innovation agenda.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive 2026 technology foresight framework using predictive analytics and scenario planning
- Lead high-stakes workshops with C-suite executives to translate future trends into strategic priorities
- Author annual 'Future State' whitepapers that shape industry discourse and guide R&D investments
- Establish global partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs to pioneer emerging technologies
- Design and implement horizon scanning systems to identify disruptive threats and opportunities
- Mentor a team of futurist analysts while maintaining hands-on research in exponential technologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology trend analysis
- Proven track record of translating futuristic concepts into enterprise-level strategies
- Expertise in AI, quantum computing, biotech convergence, or climate-tech adaptation
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or relevant technical field
- Exceptional storytelling abilities with executive-level presentation experience
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (e.g., Delphi, Horizon Scanning, STEEP analysis)