Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we pioneer the next frontier of human advancement. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist 2026 Lead to architect our roadmap for 2026 and beyond. This role demands strategic foresight, cross-industry innovation, and the ability to translate emerging trends into actionable business strategies.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D labs, and global think tanks to identify paradigm-shifting technologies and societal shifts. Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics, shaping how organizations prepare for the 2026 landscape.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 technology and societal impact frameworks
- Lead cross-functional workshops to map future industry disruptions
- Partner with product teams to integrate foresight into R&D pipelines
- Author executive briefings on emerging quantum computing and AI ethics
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation hubs
- Monitor geopolitical shifts affecting global supply chains in 2026
- Present future scenarios to Fortune 500 executive boards
Qualifications
- 15+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or tech innovation
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Published research on 2020s technological convergence points
- Experience with scenario planning methodologies (e.g., Delphi, Horizon Scanning)
- Deep expertise in quantum computing, biotech, or climate tech domains
- Proven track record influencing C-suite strategy decisions
- Security clearance preferred for government partnership projects