Job Description
Join our elite foresight team at Horizon Dynamics Inc., where we shape tomorrow's business landscape today. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Analyst to decode emerging trends and develop strategic roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. This role combines cutting-edge research with executive consulting to guide Fortune 500 clients through technological and societal transformations. You'll operate at the intersection of artificial intelligence, sustainability, and human behavior, delivering actionable insights that drive innovation and competitive advantage.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, biotech, climate resilience) to forecast market disruptions by 2026
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for C-suite executives across tech, healthcare, and finance sectors
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight data into strategic implementation plans
- Author high-impact trend reports published in industry journals and proprietary research platforms
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-facing business models and service offerings
- Mentor junior analysts while maintaining thought leadership through speaking engagements
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic consulting, trend analysis, or corporate innovation roles
- Proven expertise in quantitative forecasting tools and qualitative scenario methodologies
- Published thought leadership in futurism, technology, or business strategy domains
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology, etc.)
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to diverse stakeholders
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from University of Houston or futurists.org)