Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. as a Senior Futurist, where you'll shape the trajectory of tomorrow's innovations. We're seeking a strategic thinker to decode emerging trends, develop future scenarios, and guide our organization through the complexities of 2026 and beyond. This role combines deep analytical prowess with creative foresight to transform uncertainty into opportunity. If you're passionate about anticipating technological shifts, societal transformations, and market disruptions, and thrive at the intersection of strategy and innovation, we invite you to lead the future with us.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain comprehensive foresight frameworks to identify disruptive trends across technology, economy, and society
- Produce actionable scenario analyses and strategic roadmaps for 2026-2030 horizons
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to integrate future insights into corporate strategy
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype solutions for emerging challenges
- Author thought leadership publications and present at industry conferences
- Manage a global network of futurist researchers and trend analysts
- Quantify future risks/opportunities using predictive modeling and data analytics
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Futures Studies, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years of experience in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist roles
- Proven track record of publishing future-focused research and scenario planning
- Expertise in trend analysis, horizon scanning, and systemic thinking methodologies
- Strong proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
- Experience advising Fortune 500 companies on future strategy
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex concepts for diverse audiences
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing)