Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect strategic pathways for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role combines deep analytical prowess with creative foresight to shape our organization's future-ready initiatives.
As a key member of our Innovation Lab, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to identify paradigm shifts in technology, consumer behavior, and global markets. Your insights will directly influence product roadmaps, investment strategies, and organizational resilience planning in an era of unprecedented change.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technological, social, and economic trends to forecast 2026+ market landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning models for long-term business strategy and risk mitigation
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable innovation roadmaps
- Author high-impact trend reports and predictive briefings for executive stakeholders
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and think tanks to expand foresight capabilities
- Integrate AI-driven analytics with human intuition to enhance predictive accuracy
- Advose on emerging technologies' disruption potential across industry verticals
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist role
- Proven track record of translating foresight into business impact
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from University of Houston or similar)
- Portfolio demonstrating published trend forecasts and strategic frameworks