Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. as we pioneer the future landscape of 2026. We're seeking a 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, identify disruptive technologies, and shape our long-term innovation roadmap. This role sits at the intersection of foresight research, strategic planning, and technology commercialization.
What you'll accomplish: You'll lead horizon-scanning initiatives, develop scenario-based forecasts for 2026+, and collaborate with C-suite executives to future-proof our business model. We offer unparalleled opportunities to influence industries where technology, sustainability, and human experience converge.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research on emerging technologies (quantum computing, AGI, biotech) and societal shifts
- Develop 2026+ strategic foresight frameworks using scenario planning and trend analysis
- Design innovation roadmaps aligning with projected 2026 market conditions
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed future-thinking into organizational DNA
- Author executive briefings and thought leadership on 2026 technology implications
- Partner with R&D teams to identify commercialization opportunities for 2026 technologies
- Monitor geopolitical and regulatory shifts impacting 2026 digital ecosystems
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years experience in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology trend analysis
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and horizon-scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of emerging tech landscapes (quantum, AI, Web3, neurotech)
- Exceptional data storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Published thought leadership on future-of-work or technology disruption
- Strong analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex information
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFAP) highly desirable