Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we architect the future. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and transform them into actionable business strategies for 2026 and beyond. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and innovation, requiring you to anticipate paradigm shifts in AI, biotech, and sustainable infrastructure.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop foresight frameworks that inform product roadmaps, investment decisions, and market positioning. Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, synthesizes complex data into compelling narratives, and possesses deep expertise in scenario planning and trend forecasting.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI ethics, climate tech, neuro interfaces) to identify disruptive opportunities
- Develop quantitative and qualitative foresight models for 2026 market landscapes
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into strategic initiatives
- Produce executive-ready trend reports and scenario briefings
- Partner with R&D to validate future-facing concepts
- Represent the company at global futurist conferences and think tanks
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future studies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership on 2020s technology trajectories
- Expertise in horizon scanning, Delphi method, and causal layered analysis
- Proficiency in trend visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Gephi)
- Experience with biotech or quantum computing ecosystems
- Portfolio of 3+ foresight projects with measurable business impact