Job Description
Join our elite innovation team at Horizon Dynamics to architect the technological landscape of 2026. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist Analyst to decode emerging trends, develop groundbreaking strategies, and lead high-impact projects that will define the next decade. This role combines cutting-edge research with strategic execution, offering unparalleled opportunities to shape industries and influence global markets.
As a key member of our Future Intelligence division, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and academic partners across Silicon Valley and beyond. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a culture of relentless innovation where your ideas become reality.
Responsibilities
- Research and analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) with 2026+ market impact
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks for Fortune 500 clients
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with engineers and designers
- Present trend forecasts to executive boards and investor forums
- Author thought leadership publications in industry journals
- Design scenario-planning models for geopolitical and economic shifts
- Mentor junior futurists and build external expert networks
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, R&D, or innovation consulting
- Proven track record of forecasting tech adoption (examples required)
- Deep expertise in AI/ML, climate tech, or space exploration domains
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling abilities
- Certification in Horizon Scanning or Delphi Methodology preferred
- Published research in technology or futures journals
- Experience with scenario planning software (e.g., Causal Mapping)