Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Group as we shape the future of technology and human interaction. We're seeking a forward-thinking 2026 Futurist Strategist to develop groundbreaking frameworks for the next technological paradigm. This role requires blending cutting-edge foresight with actionable business strategy to prepare our organization for the transformative landscape of 2026 and beyond.
As a key architect of tomorrow's innovations, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to anticipate technological disruptions, societal shifts, and market opportunities. Your insights will directly influence product roadmaps, investment decisions, and organizational resilience strategies in an era of unprecedented change.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 technology impact assessments across AI, quantum computing, biotech, and sustainability sectors
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for potential socio-technological futures
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on emerging technology adoption strategies
- Produce quarterly foresight reports with actionable recommendations for executive leadership
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Monitor global tech policy developments and regulatory shifts affecting 2026 readiness
- Drive organizational culture transformation to embrace future-oriented mindsets
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech trend analysis
- Published research on emerging technologies or future scenarios
- Expertise in systems thinking and complex adaptive systems modeling
- Proven track record of influencing organizational strategy through future insights
- Strong proficiency in foresight methodologies (e.g., Delphi, horizon scanning, backcasting)
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex futures into actionable strategies