Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we architect the future. We're seeking a visionary Lead Futurist to shape our 2026 strategic roadmap, driving innovation at the intersection of AI, biotechnology, and sustainable systems. This pivotal role demands a strategic thinker who can decode emerging trends and transform them into actionable business opportunities.
As a key member of our executive team, you'll collaborate with R&D, product, and market strategy divisions to pioneer solutions that define tomorrow's landscape. If you're passionate about foresight methodologies and thrive at the cutting edge of technological evolution, we invite you to lead our journey toward 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement comprehensive 2026 strategic foresight frameworks using horizon scanning, scenario planning, and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing solutions in AI augmentation and climate tech
- Author quarterly disruption impact reports for C-suite stakeholders
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and emerging tech incubators
- Design and execute immersive future-state simulations for product roadmapping
- Mentor a team of futurist researchers and strategic analysts
- Present visionary insights at industry conferences and thought leadership forums
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused R&D leadership
- Proven track record of translating futuristic concepts into commercial products or policy frameworks
- Expertise in AI/ML, biotech convergence, or circular economy systems
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC/FS) or advanced degree in Futures Studies
- Published thought leadership on disruptive technologies (peer-reviewed journals or major publications)
- Experience leading global teams in cross-cultural innovation environments
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis, Delphi Methodology)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful future-strategy implementations