Job Description
Join our pioneering team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. as we shape the future of innovation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical business strategy to position our clients at the forefront of technological evolution.
You'll collaborate with Fortune 500 companies, startups, and government agencies to forecast disruptive technologies, identify market inflection points, and develop actionable roadmaps. Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and sustainable development.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning research to identify emerging technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026+ landscapes
- Develop strategic innovation frameworks for clients across AI, biotech, and sustainability sectors
- Design scenario-planning models for high-uncertainty futures
- Facilitate executive workshops on future-proofing organizational capabilities
- Produce trend analysis whitepapers and thought leadership content
- Build and manage a global network of futurists and domain experts
- Translate foresight insights into product development roadmaps
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in innovation strategy, consulting, or corporate R&D
- Proven track record of forecasting technology adoption curves
- Expertise in scenario planning and systems thinking methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling and executive communication skills
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation journals
- Experience with foresight tools like Delphi method or horizon scanning