Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as a 2026 Futurist Strategy Lead to architect the future of technology and human progress. We seek a visionary thinker to develop long-term strategic roadmaps for emerging technologies, societal trends, and disruptive innovations. This role requires synthesizing complex data into actionable frameworks that will shape our organization's trajectory through 2026 and beyond.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global innovation partners to identify paradigm shifts and position our company at the forefront of tomorrow's breakthroughs. If you thrive at the intersection of technology forecasting, ethical foresight, and strategic implementation, this is your opportunity to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026+ technology foresight frameworks through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional workshops to map innovation roadmaps for emerging domains
- Produce strategic briefings on disruptive technologies (quantum computing, AGI, synthetic biology)
- Partner with R&D teams to align long-term research with market evolution
- Establish ethical governance protocols for emerging technologies
- Present futures scenarios to executive leadership and external stakeholders
- Monitor geopolitical shifts and regulatory landscapes affecting technology adoption
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Policy, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech strategy
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum, biotech, Web3)
- Proven ability to translate complex futures into executable strategies
- Experience with scenario planning and trend forecasting methodologies
- Strong network with futurist communities and research institutions
- Exceptional communication skills for executive and technical audiences
- Published thought leadership in technology or futures domains