Job Description
Join our elite innovation team at Horizon Dynamics to architect the future landscape of 2026. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends, develop strategic foresight frameworks, and pioneer breakthrough solutions that will redefine industries. This role combines cutting-edge research with executive leadership to position our organization at the forefront of tomorrow's disruption.
In this high-impact position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional think tanks, and present actionable insights to global stakeholders. Your work will directly shape our 5-year roadmap, ensuring we capitalize on paradigm shifts in AI, quantum computing, sustainable technology, and human augmentation.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain comprehensive foresight models for 2026 technology and societal landscapes
- Lead scenario-planning workshops with executive leadership teams
- Produce strategic trend reports and predictive analytics for board-level decision-making
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs
- Design innovation incubators for emerging technologies
- Mentor junior futurists and cross-functional teams
- Present findings at global industry conferences and thought leadership forums
Qualifications
- Master's or PhD in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of developing 5+ year strategic frameworks
- Expertise in AI, biotechnology, or quantum computing domains
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling capabilities
- Published author in futures or technology journals
- Experience with Delphi methodology and horizon scanning techniques