Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Group as we architect the future. We're seeking a forward-thinking 2026 Futurist Strategist to anticipate technological, economic, and social transformations that will define the next decade. This pivotal role combines predictive analytics with creative foresight to guide our R&D roadmap and innovation pipeline. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and research labs to develop actionable scenarios that position us at the forefront of emerging paradigms. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market evolution, this is your chance to shape tomorrow's reality today.
Responsibilities
- Develop predictive models for technological adoption curves and market disruption patterns
- Produce annual 'Horizon Scan' reports identifying breakthrough technologies with 2026-2030 impact
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for global supply chain and workforce evolution
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align innovation priorities with future trends
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and think tanks for trend forecasting
- Present strategic foresight findings to executive stakeholders and investor committees
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech R&D planning
- Expertise in scenario planning, Delphi methodology, and trend analysis frameworks
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and predictive analytics
- Published thought leadership on emerging technologies or future-of-work topics
- Deep understanding of AI, biotech, quantum computing, and climate tech trajectories
- Experience advising Fortune 500 companies on long-term technology strategy