Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations as we seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist. This pivotal role requires a forward-thinking leader to anticipate technological, social, and economic shifts shaping 2026 and beyond. You'll architect long-term innovation roadmaps while bridging cutting-edge research with market-ready solutions. Our dynamic team operates at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable futures – where your insights will directly influence $2B+ in strategic investments.
We offer unparalleled resources for trend analysis, including access to our proprietary FutureSim AI platform and exclusive partnerships with MIT's Media Lab. This hybrid role balances deep analytical rigor with creative foresight, perfect for candidates who thrive at the bleeding edge of possibility.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026+ scenario models for AI, climate tech, and biotechnology convergence
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable product roadmaps
- Author quarterly 'Future Horizons' briefings for C-suite and board stakeholders
- Identify emerging threats/opportunities through patent analysis and academic research
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype 2026-relevant solutions
- Represent the company at Davos, SXSW, and global futurist forums
- Mentor junior strategists in horizon scanning methodologies
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging tech research
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership on 2020s technological tipping points
- Expertise in scenario planning frameworks (e.g., Shell, Schwartz)
- Proficiency with trend analysis tools (e.g., Palisade, Trend Hunter)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful future-casting projects
- Experience interfacing with C-suite and investment committees
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (quantum, AGI, synthetic biology)