Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we architect the future. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and shape our next-generation roadmap. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to transform speculative possibilities into actionable business strategies.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global partners to identify paradigm shifts in AI, biotech, and sustainable infrastructure. Your insights will directly influence $500M+ innovation portfolios and position our brand at the vanguard of technological evolution.
Responsibilities
- Develop predictive models for 2026 market disruptions using quantum computing and big data analytics
- Lead cross-functional workshops to synthesize breakthrough technologies into cohesive product roadmaps
- Produce annual 'Future Horizons' reports with scenario planning for geopolitical and technological shifts
- Establish strategic partnerships with NASA, MIT Media Lab, and DARPA-affiliated institutions
- Mentor a team of futurists and data scientists while maintaining thought leadership via keynotes
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or Computational Social Science
- 7+ years in strategic foresight roles at Fortune 500 tech or aerospace firms
- Proficiency in trend-mapping tools (e.g., Gartner Hype Cycle, Delphi Method)
- Published research on singularity economics or human-AI symbiosis
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (APF) or equivalent
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful product launches from 2020-2025 trend predictions