Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we shape tomorrow's landscape today. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to architect long-term innovation roadmaps and identify emerging technological paradigms. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with commercial viability, ensuring our organization remains at the vanguard of 2026's digital transformation.
As a thought leader, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop future-proof strategies, anticipate market disruptions, and guide investment in breakthrough technologies. Your insights will directly influence product development, market positioning, and organizational resilience in an era of exponential change.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 technology foresight frameworks through trend analysis and scenario modeling
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future innovation priorities
- Produce strategic white papers on disruptive technologies (quantum computing, neurotech, climate AI)
- Establish KPIs for future-readiness and track organizational progress toward 2026 milestones
- Advise executive leadership on emerging risks and opportunities in next-gen markets
- Forge strategic partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs
- Mentor junior futurists and cultivate a culture of anticipatory thinking
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or equivalent experience
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Published research on emerging technologies or future trends (peer-reviewed journals preferred)
- Expertise in horizon scanning, Delphi methodology, and systems thinking
- Proven track record of translating foresight into actionable business strategies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, biotech, clean energy)
- Exceptional communication skills for complex technical storytelling
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Innovation Management (preferred)