Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Lead to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation strategy. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to transform speculative possibilities into actionable business blueprints. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to anticipate paradigm shifts in technology, sustainability, and human behavior, ensuring our organization thrives in the rapidly evolving 2026 horizon.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research to identify disruptive trends shaping 2026+ markets
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for geopolitical, technological, and societal shifts
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed foresight into product development cycles
- Author quarterly trend briefings for executive stakeholders and innovation teams
- Establish KPIs to validate strategic bets against emerging market realities
- Partner with R&D to prototype solutions for 2026-era challenges
- Represent the company at global futurist forums and thought leadership summits
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Proven expertise in scenario modeling and quantitative trend analysis
- Deep understanding of AI, biotech, and climate-tech trajectories
- Exceptional storytelling skills to communicate complex futures to diverse audiences
- Experience with futures research tools (e.g., Delphi method, horizon scanning)
- Portfolio demonstrating successful strategic implementation of foresight insights