Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of innovation shaping 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, design next-generation business models, and drive our organization's long-term competitive advantage. This role blends technological foresight, market analysis, and strategic execution to transform future possibilities into actionable roadmaps.
As a key member of our Innovation Lab, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to anticipate paradigm shifts in AI, biotechnology, and sustainable infrastructure. Your insights will directly influence product development, investment decisions, and market positioning for the 2026 horizon.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across 15+ emerging technology domains
- Develop scenario-planning models for 2026 market disruptions
- Design strategic frameworks for exponential growth opportunities
- Present future-vision briefings to executive stakeholders and investors
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints for prototype development
- Author thought leadership publications on future-focused strategies
- Establish strategic partnerships with research institutions and accelerators
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future studies
- Proven track record of translating trends into commercial opportunities
- Expertise in AI, quantum computing, or climate-tech ecosystems
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or MBA
- Published work in industry journals (e.g., Harvard Business Review, MIT Tech Review)
- Experience with scenario planning tools (e.g., STEEP analysis, Delphi method)
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., from APF or Foresight Practitioner Network)