Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of innovation as we architect the future beyond 2026. We're seeking a visionary Strategic Futurist to decode emerging technologies, market shifts, and societal trends that will redefine industries. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to shape our decade-long roadmap. Collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional think tanks, and influence product development in fields like quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and strategic planning, this is your chance to define tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and market opportunities through 2030
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive foresight framework using trend analysis and scenario modeling
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders on future-proofing organizational capabilities
- Coordinate with R&D teams to align innovation pipelines with long-term societal and technological trajectories
- Author thought leadership publications and whitepapers on emerging paradigms
- Mentor junior futurists and establish best practices in strategic foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology trend analysis
- Proven expertise in scenario planning, Delphi methods, and systemic trend mapping
- Deep understanding of emerging tech domains: quantum computing, AGI, bioengineering, or climate tech
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex futures into actionable strategies
- Portfolio demonstrating published foresight work or scenario modeling projects
- Experience advising Fortune 500 or high-growth tech companies on strategic pivots