Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality today at Horizon Dynamics Group. We're seeking a visionary Lead Futurist to architect our 2026 innovation roadmap and transform how organizations prepare for exponential change. This executive role combines deep strategic foresight with hands-on implementation, requiring someone who thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business transformation.
Join our elite team of futurists, data scientists, and industry disruptors as we decode emerging trends across quantum computing, biotech, and AI ethics. You'll directly influence Fortune 500 clients while pioneering methodologies that will define the next decade of corporate strategy.
Responsibilities
- Develop and deploy proprietary 2026 foresight frameworks for C-suite clients
- Lead cross-functional teams in identifying exponential technology disruptions
- Author quarterly trend reports with 85%+ predictive accuracy benchmarks
- Design scenario-planning simulations for climate and geopolitical volatility
- Curate exclusive Future Horizons Summit featuring Nobel laureates
- Mentor junior futurists in applied future studies methodologies
- Secure $2M+ annual research grants from NSF and DARPA
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or related field with 8+ years applied experience
- Published author in Journal of Futures Research or equivalent tier
- Proven track record of commercializing foresight insights ($50M+ impact)
- Expertise in exponential technology forecasting (quantum, AI, biotech)
- Proficiency in foresight software (e.g., Trendalyzer, Foresight Pro)
- Experience advising Fortune 500 C-suite on strategic pivots
- Portfolio demonstrating 10+ successful scenario-planning implementations
- Clearance for federal-level futurist advisory roles preferred