Job Description
Join our pioneering team at Horizon Dynamics Group to shape the future by analyzing emerging trends for 2026. We're seeking a visionary Strategic Futurist Analyst to decode technological, social, and economic shifts that will redefine industries. This role combines deep research with strategic foresight to guide our innovation pipeline and client partnerships.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and R&D teams to develop actionable insights, scenario-planning frameworks, and technology roadmaps. Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of data analysis, creative problem-solving, and strategic communication.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis across AI, biotech, quantum computing, and sustainable energy sectors
- Develop probabilistic scenario models for 2026 market disruptions and opportunities
- Produce executive-level strategic briefings and predictive impact assessments
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight insights into innovation priorities
- Build and maintain expert networks with academic, industry, and government futurists
- Author thought leadership publications on emerging technology trajectories
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology research
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend impact modeling
- Strong data visualization and narrative storytelling capabilities
- Experience with horizon scanning methodologies (Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Exceptional communication skills for executive audiences
- Portfolio of published foresight work or technology roadmaps