Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality today as Horizon Dynamics' 2026 Futurist Lead. We're seeking a visionary strategist to architect our innovation roadmap for the next decade. Join our elite team pioneering breakthrough technologies that will redefine industries by 2026.
Why This Role Matters: You'll directly influence our $2B R&D pipeline and lead cross-functional teams developing next-gen solutions in quantum computing, synthetic biology, and AI ethics. This is your chance to leave an indelible mark on humanity's technological trajectory.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 technology roadmaps for quantum computing and synthetic biology divisions
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives identifying emerging technologies with 2026 commercial viability
- Partner with C-suite to align R&D investments with long-term strategic vision
- Chair quarterly innovation summits with MIT, Stanford, and NASA collaborators
- Author '2026 Tech Impact Reports' for board and investor briefings
- Manage $50M innovation fund for breakthrough technology incubation
- Represent company at Davos, CES, and World Economic Forum forums
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computational Biology, or Futures Studies with 10+ years applied research
- Proven track record scaling technologies from lab to market (quantum/bio focus preferred)
- Expertise in scenario planning and technology impact assessment methodologies
- Published thought leadership in Nature, Science, or Harvard Business Review
- Experience securing DARPA/NIH grants >$20M
- Deep network with leading 2026-tech researchers at MIT, Caltech, and ETH Zurich
- Fluency in technical Mandarin and Japanese for global partnerships