Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging technologies and societal shifts, shaping our roadmap for the next frontier of innovation. This role sits at the intersection of AI, biotech, and sustainable systems, requiring a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and research labs to build actionable frameworks for 2026+ readiness.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning for disruptive technologies impacting 2026 market landscapes
- Develop scenario models for climate adaptation and resource scarcity solutions
- Architect ethical frameworks for quantum computing and neural interfaces
- Partner with product teams to embed future-proofing into innovation pipelines
- Present strategic foresight insights to global stakeholders at industry forums
- Coordinate cross-functional labs testing 2026-ready prototypes
- Publish thought leadership on emerging sociotechnical trends
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future studies
- Expertise in technology forecasting (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Proven experience building scenario planning frameworks for 5+ year horizons
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Published research on emerging tech societal impacts (2020-2025)
- Proficiency in foresight tools (Horizon scanning, Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Experience advising Fortune 500 on 2026 readiness initiatives
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-proofing projects delivered