Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the vanguard of tomorrow's innovation. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our 2026 strategic roadmap, merging emerging technologies with human-centric design to redefine industry paradigms. This pivotal role demands foresight, strategic acumen, and the ability to translate complex future scenarios into actionable business strategies.
As a thought leader in our Future Intelligence division, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global disruptors to anticipate seismic shifts in AI, biotechnology, and sustainable systems. Your insights will directly influence product roadmaps, investment decisions, and organizational transformation, positioning us as the benchmark for 2026 innovation.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 strategic foresight framework through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional workshops to map emerging technologies against market opportunities
- Author visionary whitepapers and scenario models for C-suite decision-making
- Partner with R&D to prototype future-facing solutions and validate market readiness
- Establish industry thought leadership via keynote presentations and published research
- Mentor a team of futurist analysts and innovation specialists
- Monitor geopolitical, technological, and socio-cultural signals impacting 2026 landscapes
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused leadership
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial success
- Expertise in AI ethics, quantum computing, or climate tech adaptation
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Certification in Futures Methodology (e.g., CFCS preferred)
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed futurist journals
- Fluency in strategic scenario planning tools (e.g., STEEP, Delphi)