Job Description
Join FutureHorizon Collective at the forefront of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our 2026 strategic roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to navigate exponential technological shifts, market disruptions, and societal transformations. You'll lead cross-functional teams in identifying emerging trends, developing actionable insights, and positioning our organization as the industry's thought leader. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and strategic innovation, this is your opportunity to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across biotech, AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech domains
- Develop comprehensive 2026 strategic roadmaps with measurable KPIs and risk mitigation frameworks
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to align long-term vision with operational execution
- Design and facilitate scenario-planning workshops for executive stakeholders
- Author white papers and thought leadership content for industry conferences
- Mentor junior futurists and build an internal foresight capability
- Monitor geopolitical and socio-economic shifts impacting future business landscapes
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or corporate R&D leadership
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial opportunities
- Expertise in scenario planning, Delphi methods, and trend extrapolation
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional storytelling skills for complex technical concepts
- Experience with futures research tools (e.g., Horizon Scanning, Causal Layered Analysis)
- Published author or frequent keynote speaker at global innovation forums