Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality today at Horizon Dynamics! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our innovation roadmap for the coming decade. Join our Austin-based team where you'll leverage cutting-edge research to anticipate societal shifts, technological disruptions, and market transformations that will define 2026 and beyond. This is your chance to influence multi-billion dollar decisions while working alongside industry pioneers in AI, biotech, and sustainable tech.
As a key architect of our future-facing initiatives, you'll blend data-driven analysis with creative foresight to identify opportunities others miss. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity and bold thinking—perfect for strategic minds ready to make their mark on the next technological revolution.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech and social trends to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning models for global business disruptions
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future strategies
- Produce high-impact reports on disruptive innovations and adoption timelines
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-proof solutions
- Establish thought leadership through published research and speaking engagements
- Advise executive leadership on long-term strategic pivots
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 5+ years in trend analysis, strategy consulting, or innovation roles
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Proven ability to translate complex data into actionable strategies
- Exceptional communication skills for executive audiences
- Certification in futures thinking or strategic foresight preferred