Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation innovation roadmap. This pivotal role blends strategic foresight with hands-on implementation, transforming futuristic concepts into market-leading solutions. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to shape our 5-year strategic vision while leading cross-functional teams to pioneer breakthrough technologies.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy. You'll analyze disruptive forces across AI, biotech, and sustainable systems, translating complex data into actionable insights. This position offers unparalleled influence in defining how businesses evolve in the 2020s and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across 15+ emerging technology domains
- Develop and maintain the 2026 Strategic Innovation Framework
- Partner with R&D to prototype next-generation solutions
- Present foresight findings to executive leadership and investors
- Establish innovation partnerships with academic institutions and labs
- Quantify future market opportunities and disruption risks
- Curate the annual 'Future Forward' thought leadership summit
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic innovation or futurist consulting
- Portfolio demonstrating published trend analysis or scenario planning
- Expertise in systems thinking and complex adaptive systems
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (e.g., Delphi, Horizon Scanning)
- Experience with AI-driven trend analysis tools
- Track record of translating foresight into commercial opportunities
- Strong presentation skills for executive and technical audiences