Job Description
Shape tomorrow's landscape today as a Senior Futurist Analyst at Horizon Insights Group. We're seeking visionary thinkers to decode emerging trends and develop strategic roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. Join our elite team of innovators in the heart of San Francisco's tech ecosystem, where your insights will directly influence Fortune 500 companies navigating the future of work, sustainability, and digital transformation.
This hybrid role offers unparalleled exposure to cutting-edge research methodologies, exclusive industry partnerships, and the opportunity to present findings at global innovation summits. We provide competitive benefits including equity, flexible work arrangements, and dedicated R&D time for personal projects.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, quantum computing, climate resilience) to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks for C-suite executives in tech and finance sectors
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate future scenarios into actionable business strategies
- Produce high-impact white papers and trend briefings published in industry journals
- Maintain proprietary database of emerging technologies and disruptors
- Collaborate with product teams to integrate future insights into innovation pipelines
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or innovation research
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Portfolio demonstrating published future-focused research or frameworks
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Exceptional storytelling abilities to translate complex concepts for executive audiences
- Certification in strategic foresight or innovation management