Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we architect tomorrow's reality today. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and shape our innovation roadmap. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical business strategy, requiring someone who thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and foresight. You'll work directly with C-suite executives to identify paradigm shifts in AI, biotech, and sustainable infrastructure, translating complex futures into actionable blueprints for our global clients.
Responsibilities
- Develop annual 2026 trend reports analyzing technological, economic, and societal shifts
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for Fortune 500 clients navigating future disruptions
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align product roadmaps with long-term future states
- Quantify market opportunities in emerging sectors (quantum computing, neurotech, climate tech)
- Advose on regulatory and ethical implications of emerging technologies
- Produce executive briefings on future-proofing organizational resilience
Qualifications
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven track record of publishing trend analyses in peer-reviewed journals
- Expertise in systems thinking, scenario planning, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling capabilities for C-suite audiences
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Portfolio demonstrating impact on organizational strategy through foresight work