Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect the future of global industries. In this pivotal role, you'll leverage cutting-edge analytics, cultural anthropology, and technological foresight to shape our 2026 roadmap. Our team operates at the intersection of AI, biotech, and sustainable innovation, where your insights will directly influence $500M+ portfolio decisions.
Located in San Francisco's vibrant tech ecosystem, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and startup founders alike. We offer unparalleled resources including a dedicated foresight lab, flexible hybrid work arrangements, and comprehensive wellness programs. This is more than a role—it's your platform to redefine what's possible.
Responsibilities
- Forecast socio-technological shifts through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Develop scenario models for 2026 market disruptions across 5+ verticals
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align leadership on emerging opportunities
- Author quarterly foresight reports distributed to C-suite and board members
- Partner with R&D to validate future-focused innovation pipelines
- Represent the company at global futurist forums and industry summits
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning or trend analysis at Fortune 500 scale
- Expertise in scenario planning methodologies and systems thinking
- Published thought leadership on AI, biotech, or climate futures
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., Horizon Scanning, Delphi Method)
- Experience advising C-suite on exponential technology implications
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-shaping projects