Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. as our Senior Futurist - 2026 Vision Lead and architect the future of innovation. We're seeking a strategic visionary to decode emerging trends, develop foresight frameworks, and guide our organization toward 2026's technological and societal frontiers. This pivotal role combines deep analytical rigor with creative problem-solving to transform uncertainty into opportunity. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and publish groundbreaking research that shapes industry conversations. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your chance to define tomorrow's landscape today.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 strategic foresight frameworks using trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning
- Lead cross-functional innovation labs to prototype future-facing solutions for climate tech, AI ethics, and quantum computing
- Author quarterly 'Future Briefs' for executive stakeholders on disruptive technologies and market inflection points
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and think tanks to advance foresight methodologies
- Design and facilitate immersive foresight workshops for Fortune 500 clients
- Drive the commercialization of patented IP in emerging domains like neurotech and sustainable materials
- Mentor a team of junior futurists and innovation specialists
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future studies with proven impact
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications
- Expertise in quantitative trend analysis and qualitative scenario development frameworks
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech) and societal implications
- Experience leading enterprise-level transformation initiatives in tech or sustainability sectors
- Exceptional storytelling skills with ability to communicate complex futures to diverse audiences
- Proficiency in foresight software tools (e.g., Foresight Platform, Constellation) and data visualization