Job Description
Shape tomorrow's landscape today as Horizon Dynamics' first-ever Futurist dedicated to our 2026 roadmap. We're seeking a visionary leader to architect our next-generation technology ecosystem and drive disruptive innovation across emerging domains. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight, technical depth, and the ability to translate future trends into actionable business value.
Join our elite innovation lab where you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, Silicon Valley pioneers, and government think tanks to define the technological paradigms of the mid-2020s. We offer unparalleled resources, including our proprietary quantum computing infrastructure and access to DARPA's advanced research networks.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 technology foresight strategy across AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions for climate resilience and human augmentation
- Establish strategic partnerships with NASA, MIT Media Lab, and global policy institutions
- Author annual 'Horizon Report' predicting market disruptions and technological inflection points
- Architect the company's post-quantum security framework and ethical AI governance protocols
- Mentor a cohort of 20+ PhD researchers in emerging tech domains
- Secure $10M+ in R&D funding through federal and private innovation grants
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or Futurology with 10+ years in R&D leadership
- Published author in Nature/Science with 3+ future-focused technology white papers
- Proven track record in commercializing breakthrough technologies (quantum/AI/biotech)
- Expertise in emerging tech policy frameworks (NIST AI RMF, EU AI Act compliance)
- Deep understanding of singularity economics and societal impact modeling
- Security clearance eligibility (Top Secret/SCI preferred)
- Proficiency in futures research methodologies (Delphi, horizon scanning, scenario planning)