Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we pioneer the next frontier of technological evolution. As our 2026 Futurist Strategist, you'll architect breakthrough solutions that redefine industries and shape the human experience in the coming decade. We're seeking a visionary thinker to lead our innovation pipeline at the intersection of quantum computing, biotechnology, and sustainable energy.
This role demands an unparalleled blend of strategic foresight and practical execution. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, disrupt industry norms, and deliver tangible roadmaps for technologies that will define 2026 and beyond. If you thrive at the precipice of what's possible, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year technology roadmaps targeting 2026 market disruption
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions (quantum AI, neural interfaces, etc.)
- Conduct horizon-scanning analysis to identify emerging paradigms before they trend
- Forge strategic partnerships with academic institutions and quantum research labs
- Present visionary frameworks to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Drive patent development for breakthrough innovations
- Mentor junior futurists in advanced forecasting methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation or R&D leadership
- Expertise in at least two of: quantum computing, synthetic biology, or climate-tech
- Proven track record of launching technologies with 5+ year impact horizons
- Advanced degree in STEM field or equivalent disruptive experience
- Published thought leadership in futurism or technology forecasting
- Experience securing $10M+ innovation budgets
- Deep network within DARPA, NASA, or equivalent innovation ecosystems