Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Group to shape the future of technology and society. As a 2026 Futurist Strategist, you'll lead groundbreaking research to identify emerging trends, disrupt industries, and create actionable roadmaps for the next decade. We're seeking a forward-thinking innovator who thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy. Work alongside Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in a dynamic, collaborative environment where your insights directly influence global policy and corporate transformation.
Our ideal candidate combines deep analytical prowess with bold creative thinking. You'll leverage cutting-edge AI tools, conduct scenario planning, and present findings to C-suite executives and government agencies. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape how humanity adapts to technological revolutions by 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across AI, biotech, quantum computing, and climate tech sectors
- Develop strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients navigating 2026 technological disruptions
- Collaborate with MIT Media Lab researchers on future-of-work scenarios
- Present foresight findings at Davos and World Economic Forums
- Design immersive future-state simulations for executive decision-making
- Author white papers on ethical AI governance and human augmentation
- Mentor junior futurists in speculative design methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech policy
- Published research in peer-reviewed futures journals
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools (e.g., Kumu, Causal Layered Analysis)
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging tech domains
- Experience presenting to C-suite and government stakeholders
- Portfolio of future-focused projects with measurable impact