Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptors shaping our near future. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy, ensuring our organization thrives in the rapidly evolving landscape of 2026 and beyond. Collaborate with global innovators, lead scenario-planning initiatives, and architect blueprints for sustainable growth in an era of exponential change.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and synthesize global tech trends, geopolitical shifts, and socioeconomic indicators to forecast 2026+ market landscapes
- Develop scenario-plaking frameworks for C-suite executives to navigate disruption in AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align product roadmaps with future market opportunities
- Author whitepapers and thought leadership on emerging paradigms in human-machine collaboration
- Partner with R&D to prototype next-gen solutions addressing 2026+ challenges
- Build and maintain an intelligence network of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or corporate strategy
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology) and their societal impacts
- Proven track record of translating future scenarios into actionable business strategy
- Exceptional systems thinking and scenario-planning methodologies
- Published thought leadership in futurism or technology ethics
- Experience with horizon scanning and trend analysis frameworks