Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape as our 2026 Futurist & Innovation Strategist. This visionary role bridges emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruption to architect our next-generation roadmap. You'll decode signals from quantum computing, biotech convergence, and AI ethics while translating foresight into actionable strategy for Fortune 500 clients.
We seek a thought leader who thrives at the intersection of technology anthropology and business transformation. Your insights will directly shape product roadmaps, investment portfolios, and organizational resilience plans across our Silicon Valley innovation hub. This is more than a job—it's your platform to redefine industries.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global technology and socio-economic trends to identify disruptive opportunities through 2026-2030 horizons
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for clients in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech sectors
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into product innovation and go-to-market strategies
- Author forward-looking whitepapers and keynote presentations at industry conferences
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype emerging technology solutions
- Build and maintain a network of global futurists, VCs, and academic researchers
- Advise C-suite executives on strategic pivots and future-proofing initiatives
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategy consulting, corporate innovation, or tech foresight roles
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (e.g., quantum AI, neurotech, climate tech)
- Proven track record of developing future-ready frameworks for Fortune 500 clients
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (e.g., Delphi, horizon scanning, causal layered analysis)