Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to architect innovation pathways for 2026 and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic foresight to shape our organization's future trajectory. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop actionable frameworks that anticipate technological disruptions, market shifts, and societal transformations. If you're passionate about turning future possibilities into present opportunities, this is your moment to impact the next generation of progress.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional innovation workshops to identify and prioritize 2026 technological and market opportunities
- Develop comprehensive scenario-planning models for emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Produce high-impact foresight reports and trend briefs for executive decision-making
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Design and implement horizon-scanning methodologies to detect early signals of change
- Translate complex future scenarios into actionable business strategies
- Mentor junior futurists and build organizational foresight capabilities
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years of professional futurist/innovation strategy experience in tech or consulting
- Proven track record of developing and implementing future-focused roadmaps
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to articulate complex futures to diverse audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating published foresight work or strategic impact
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from the School of Advanced Foresight)