Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as a 2026 Futurist Analyst to decode tomorrow's technology landscape today. We're seeking a visionary strategist to forecast industry disruptions, identify emerging trends, and shape our innovation roadmap for the 2026 horizon. This role sits at the intersection of predictive analytics, technology foresight, and strategic planning.
Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, synthesizes complex data into actionable insights, and collaborates with C-suite executives to future-proof our portfolio. You'll lead scenario planning workshops, develop technology maturity curves, and partner with R&D to prioritize moonshot projects. This is your chance to influence how industries evolve in the next 3 years.
Responsibilities
- Develop predictive models for technology adoption and market disruption scenarios targeting 2026
- Conduct horizon scanning across AI, quantum computing, biotech, and sustainable energy domains
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-state technology roadmaps
- Author quarterly trend reports with actionable recommendations for executive leadership
- Identify and evaluate emerging startups and technologies for strategic partnerships
- Design and implement foresight frameworks to mitigate innovation risks
- Represent Horizon Dynamics at industry conferences and thought leadership forums
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology analysis
- Expertise in scenario planning methodologies and trend analysis frameworks
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial strategies
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., Delphi method, cross-impact matrices)