Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Group as a Strategic Futurist to architect the next frontier of innovation. We're seeking a visionary thinker to decode emerging trends, disrupt conventional markets, and position our organization at the vanguard of 2026's technological and societal evolution. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to shape our decade-long strategic roadmap.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global thought leaders to transform futuristic insights into actionable business strategies. Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, behavioral science, and market disruption.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026+ foresight frameworks through horizon scanning, trend analysis, and scenario planning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive opportunities in AI, biotech, and quantum domains
- Author visionary white papers and strategic briefs for executive decision-making
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation hubs to pioneer future-centric R&D
- Quantify market potential and risk mitigation strategies for emerging technologies
- Mentor a team of future strategists to cultivate organizational foresight capabilities
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Planning, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 7+ years experience in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or corporate R&D leadership
- Proven track record of developing long-term roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies (AI/ML, synthetic biology, Web3, quantum computing)
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Published author or conference speaker on future trends and disruptive innovation
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (Delphi, STEEP-V, backcasting)