Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect next-generation business paradigms. This role blends cutting-edge technology forecasting with human-centric innovation to shape our organization's trajectory for the coming decade. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional think tanks, and translate complex future scenarios into actionable strategies that drive market leadership.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics, with a proven ability to anticipate paradigm shifts before they enter mainstream discourse. This is a rare opportunity to define the future rather than react to it.
Responsibilities
- Forecast technology and societal trends through 2026 using quantitative modeling and qualitative foresight
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for climate, AI, and geopolitical disruptions
- Lead 'Future Labs' workshops to ideate exponential-growth opportunities
- Translate foresight insights into strategic roadmaps for product development
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Author quarterly 'Horizon Scan' reports for executive stakeholders
- Mentor junior futurists using proprietary foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or equivalent field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futurist roles
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning
- Published thought leadership on emerging technologies or societal shifts
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., Delphi method, causal layered analysis)
- Experience with exponential technologies (quantum computing, AGI, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling ability to communicate complex futures
- Portfolio demonstrating impact from future-focused initiatives