Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. as a Senior Futurist to architect the future of human progress. We're seeking a visionary strategist to decode emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions for 2026 and beyond. You'll lead cross-functional teams in developing forward-looking roadmaps while translating complex trends into actionable business strategies. This role combines deep analytical rigor with creative foresight to position our organization at the forefront of innovation.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics, with a proven ability to anticipate paradigm shifts. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D labs, and global think tanks to shape organizational resilience in an era of exponential change.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal trends to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks and scenario-planning models for executive decision-making
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-proof business strategies
- Produce trend reports and white papers on disruptive forces reshaping industries
- Partner with R&D to prioritize innovation investments aligned with 2026 vision
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, academics, and industry disruptors
- Communicate complex future scenarios through compelling narratives and visualizations
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or corporate strategy
- Portfolio demonstrating published trend analysis and scenario-planning projects
- Expertise in exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Proficient in foresight methodologies (e.g., Delphi, horizon scanning, causal layered analysis)
- Exceptional storytelling skills with ability to translate complex futures into executive insights
- Experience advising C-suite on long-term strategy and risk mitigation
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Innovation Management (e.g., from University of Houston)