Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist to architect our next-generation innovation ecosystem. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight, cross-industry expertise, and the ability to translate emerging trends into actionable business opportunities. You'll lead our R&D initiatives, partner with C-suite executives, and shape our decade-long roadmap in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable technologies.
Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, possesses deep technological literacy, and excels at connecting future possibilities with present-day execution. You'll collaborate with MIT's Future of Work Initiative and present at Davos Tech Summits, while mentoring our internal innovation lab. This isn't just a job—it's your chance to define the next decade of human progress.
Responsibilities
- Develop 10-year strategic foresight frameworks using predictive analytics and scenario planning
- Lead cross-functional initiatives in quantum computing applications and AI ethics
- Partner with Stanford's AI Lab to pioneer next-gen human-machine interfaces
- Design sustainable innovation roadmaps aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Present future trend briefings to Fortune 500 executive boards
- Architect our 2026-2035 technology incubation program
- Secure $50M+ in innovation grants from NSF and DARPA
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 10+ years in strategic innovation at Fortune 100 companies
- Published research in peer-reviewed journals on technological singularity
- Expertise in quantum algorithms and neuromorphic computing
- Proven track record of scaling R&D from concept to market
- Fluency in futures forecasting methodologies (Delphi, Horizon Scanning)
- Speaker credentials at TED, Web Summit, or equivalent forums