Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality today at Horizon Dynamics Group. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futures Research Lead to decode emerging trends and architect strategies for the post-2025 landscape. Join our elite innovation hub where you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, disrupt industries, and build the future. This role offers unparalleled influence in a hyper-growth environment with executive exposure and cutting-edge resources.
Responsibilities
- Lead multi-disciplinary research initiatives mapping technological, social, and economic shifts for 2026+
- Develop predictive frameworks using AI-driven analytics and scenario modeling
- Partner with C-suite executives to translate foresight into actionable business strategies
- Present findings to global stakeholders through executive briefings and white papers
- Manage a $2M research budget and cross-functional innovation teams
- Author thought leadership pieces featured in Harvard Business Review and MIT Technology Review
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or Quantitative Social Sciences
- 5+ years in strategic foresight with Fortune 500 or government agencies
- Expertise in horizon scanning, Delphi methodology, and trend analysis
- Proficiency in Python/R for predictive modeling and data visualization
- Published author in peer-reviewed futures journals or industry publications
- Experience with geopolitical risk assessment and regulatory forecasting
- Validated track record of influencing multi-billion-dollar strategic decisions