Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next decade's innovation roadmap. This pivotal role blends data-driven foresight with human-centric design to shape the future of sustainable technology and societal progress.
As a cornerstone of our Strategic Futures Division, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives and cross-functional teams to transform speculative insights into actionable strategies. Your work will directly influence product development, market positioning, and organizational evolution in an era of unprecedented technological acceleration.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research across biotech, quantum computing, and AI ethics to identify disruptive forces post-2025
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for climate resilience and human augmentation technologies
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate future visions into R&D priorities and product roadmaps
- Author annual 'State of 2026' trend reports for executive stakeholders and industry partners
- Design ethical governance protocols for autonomous systems and neuro-interfaces
- Partner with venture capital arm to evaluate emerging startups in future-focused sectors
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related quantitative social science
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology trend analysis
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and systems modeling methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (quantum, bio, AI convergence)
- Portfolio demonstrating published future forecasts with measurable impact
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Futures Thinking preferred
- Exceptional storytelling abilities to communicate complex futures to diverse audiences