Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's evolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect the future landscape of emerging technologies and societal shifts. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to shape our innovation roadmap for 2026 and beyond. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional think tanks, and transform abstract futures into actionable business strategies.
Why Horizon Dynamics? We're the incubator for tomorrow's breakthroughs, where your ideas will directly influence $1B+ portfolios. Our culture celebrates intellectual curiosity and rewards paradigm-shifting thinking.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive trends impacting 2026 technology and market landscapes
- Develop evidence-based future scenarios using quantitative modeling and qualitative research
- Design strategic frameworks for emerging domains (quantum computing, neurotech, climate AI)
- Present foresight findings to executive leadership and influence R&D investment decisions
- Build and manage a global network of futurists, scientists, and industry pioneers
- Translate complex future projections into actionable product roadmaps
- Author thought leadership positioning Horizon Dynamics as the 2026 innovation authority
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future planning
- Proven track record of modeling technological and societal disruptions
- Expertise in scenario planning methodologies and trend analysis
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex futures to diverse audiences
- Published work in futurism or technology forecasting (IEEE, MIT Press, etc.)
- Proficiency in foresight tools (Delphi, STEEP, causal layered analysis)