Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist and shape tomorrow's innovations today. We're seeking a forward-thinking leader to develop long-term strategic frameworks for emerging technologies, market disruptions, and societal shifts. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with actionable business strategies, ensuring our organization thrives in the rapidly evolving landscape of 2026 and beyond. Collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional teams, and present compelling futures scenarios to stakeholders worldwide.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 5-year strategic roadmaps for emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Analyze global market trends and geopolitical shifts to identify disruptive opportunities
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for executive leadership and board members
- Partner with R&D teams to align innovation pipelines with future market demands
- Author white papers and thought leadership on future technology ecosystems
- Represent the company at global futurist conferences and industry summits
- Mentor junior strategists in futures forecasting methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futurism, Strategic Foresight, Technology Policy, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or technology forecasting
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive-level experience
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFM, ACIF) preferred
- Published thought leadership in futurism or technology strategy
- Fluency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and AI forecasting platforms