Job Description
Join our elite team at Horizon Dynamics to shape tomorrow's landscape today. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect next-generation solutions. This role blends cutting-edge research with executive-level strategy development, positioning you at the forefront of technological and societal evolution. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight, innovation, and execution, this is your moment to redefine industries.
Responsibilities
- Develop and publish annual 2026 trend forecasts across technology, sustainability, and human behavior domains
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate future scenarios into actionable roadmaps
- Analyze quantum computing, AI ethics, and biotech convergence impacts for C-suite decision-making
- Build proprietary predictive models using alternative data sources and machine learning
- Represent Horizon Dynamics at global forums on future-focused policy and innovation
- Mentor junior futurists while maintaining thought leadership through whitepapers and keynotes
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field with 5+ years applied experience
- Proven track record in scenario planning and trend analysis for Fortune 500 clients
- Expertise in exponential technologies (quantum, synthetic biology, AGI) and their societal implications
- Proficiency in Python/R for data modeling and Tableau for visualization
- Exceptional storytelling abilities to communicate complex futures to diverse stakeholders
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications
- Experience with strategic foresight frameworks (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)