Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we pioneer the next frontier of technological and societal evolution. We seek a visionary Lead Futurist Strategist to architect our roadmap for 2026 and beyond. This role blends deep analytical prowess with creative foresight, requiring you to anticipate global trends, disrupt conventional thinking, and shape our innovation ecosystem. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and industry disruptors to transform future possibilities into actionable strategies that position us as the vanguard of progress.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and geopolitical shifts to map 5-10 year strategic scenarios
- Develop predictive models for market disruption and opportunity identification across 15+ industries
- Lead cross-functional 'Future Labs' to prototype solutions for 2026 challenges in sustainability and human augmentation
- Author authoritative thought leadership content positioning Horizon as the future authority
- Advise executive board on risk mitigation for paradigm-altering developments
- Build and manage a global network of futurists, academics, and innovation scouts
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or R&D leadership with demonstrable impact on future roadmaps
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent interdisciplinary expertise
- Published author or keynote speaker on technological singularity or 2030+ megatrends
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis, Delphi Method)
- Portfolio showcasing 3+ implemented future-strategy initiatives with measurable ROI
- Expertise in ethical frameworks for emerging technologies (AGI, neurotech, synthetic biology)
- Fluency in trend analysis platforms (Gartner, WEF Global Risks Report, CB Insights)