Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's evolution as our 2026 Futurist Strategist. We seek visionary thinkers to architect the next generation of human-technology symbiosis. Shape how businesses navigate the seismic shifts of 2026—from quantum computing adoption to neural interface integration. This role blends predictive analytics with human-centric innovation to redefine industries before they transform.
Why You'll Thrive Here: Our incubator environment merges Silicon Valley's disruptive energy with Stanford's academic rigor. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, AI pioneers, and design futurists to prototype solutions for 2026's most complex challenges.
Responsibilities
- Develop predictive frameworks for 2026's technological convergence (quantum AI, biotech, neural networks)
- Lead cross-functional workshops mapping societal impacts of emerging technologies
- Produce horizon-scanning reports for C-suite executives on 2026 business disruption risks
- Design ethical governance protocols for autonomous systems and human augmentation
- Partner with R&D to prototype 2026-ready solutions in our innovation lab
- Present strategic roadmaps at global forums (Web Summit, TechCrunch Disrupt)
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Published work on 2020-2030 technology trends (IEEE, HBR, or similar)
- Expertise in scenario planning, Delphi methods, and causal layered analysis
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-casting projects with measurable impact
- Deep knowledge of quantum computing, AGI ethics, and neurotechnology
- Fluency in futures visualization tools (e.g., Trendalyzer, Foresight Platform)