Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's breakthroughs. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Lead to shape how organizations prepare for the transformative decade ahead. This pivotal role combines strategic foresight with hands-on innovation execution, enabling our clients to navigate complex futures with confidence.
In our dynamic San Francisco hub, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies to develop 2026-ready roadmaps. We offer unparalleled opportunities to pioneer emerging technologies while mentoring the next generation of futurists. Your work will directly impact how industries evolve in an era of unprecedented change.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech and societal trends to identify 2026 disruption vectors
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for Fortune 500 clients
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with engineering and design teams
- Develop strategic roadmaps for quantum computing and AI integration
- Present foresight insights at executive summits and industry forums
- Mentor junior futurists through Horizon's Future Leaders Program
- Publish quarterly trend reports in partnership with MIT Media Lab
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 7+ years experience in corporate innovation or strategy consulting
- Proven track record of developing 5+ year strategic roadmaps
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep knowledge of quantum computing, biotech, and AI convergence
- Exceptional communication skills for executive audiences
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation journals
- Experience with horizon scanning tools like Signal Garden or Trend Hunter