Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. As Lead Futurist for our 2026 Visionary Program, you'll architect strategic roadmaps for emerging technologies, disrupting industries before they transform. We seek a visionary thinker to decode complex signals from quantum computing, biotech, and AI convergence, translating foresight into actionable business strategies. This role offers unparalleled influence in shaping our decade-long innovation portfolio.
Our award-winning innovation lab combines cutting-edge research with real-world deployment. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers while mentoring next-generation futurists. This is more than a job—it's your chance to redefine human progress.
Responsibilities
- Develop multi-year strategic foresight frameworks for 2026+ technology horizons
- Lead scenario planning workshops with C-suite executives across global markets
- Identify and quantify disruption risks/opportunities in emerging ecosystems
- Author quarterly trend reports distributed to Fortune 500 partners
- Direct cross-functional teams prototyping next-gen solutions
- Establish patent pipelines for breakthrough innovations
- Mentor futurist apprentices through Horizon's academy program
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of forecasting market shifts with 85%+ accuracy
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or equivalent
- Published thought leadership in top-tier innovation journals
- Expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (quantum, neurotech, etc.)
- Proficient in foresight methodologies (Delphi, Horizon Scanning, etc.)
- Fluency in strategic scenario planning frameworks