Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our 2026+ innovation roadmap, blending cutting-edge technology with human-centric design to solve humanity's most complex challenges. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight, cross-industry collaboration, and the ability to translate emerging trends into actionable business strategies.
In this executive position, you'll lead our innovation incubator, partner with C-suite executives to future-proof our portfolio, and publish groundbreaking research that shapes global discourse. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, rapid experimentation, and audacious ambition. If you're driven to build the future rather than predict it, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026+ technological convergence
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping breakthrough solutions across AI, biotech, and quantum domains
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions, government labs, and emerging startups
- Produce high-impact research publications and thought leadership for industry conferences
- Champion ethical innovation frameworks for responsible technological development
- Drive organizational culture shift toward adaptive futures thinking and continuous learning
- Secure $10M+ in R&D funding through grant proposals and strategic investor relations
Qualifications
- Advanced degree (PhD/Master's) in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- 10+ years experience in strategic innovation, R&D leadership, or futurism consulting
- Proven track record of launching successful moonshot projects with measurable impact
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies (AGI, synthetic biology, quantum computing)
- Exceptional systems thinking and scenario modeling capabilities
- Published thought leadership in top-tier innovation journals or platforms
- Experience securing large-scale R&D funding from federal/venture sources
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., APF, WFS) preferred