Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect the next decade of technological and societal evolution. This role demands a blend of predictive analytics, creative foresight, and cross-industry collaboration to shape our roadmap for 2026 and beyond. You'll work in our state-of-the-art Austin hub, partnering with quantum computing teams, AI ethics councils, and sustainable urban planners. If you thrive at the intersection of science fiction and reality, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop predictive models for 2026 technology adoption across AI, biotech, and climate sectors
- Lead scenario-planning workshops with C-suite executives on future workforce transformations
- Author quarterly 'Horizon Scan' reports analyzing emerging geopolitical and tech trends
- Collaborate with R&D to prototype 2026-concept innovations (e.g., neural interfaces, fusion energy)
- Design ethical frameworks for autonomous systems and human-AI symbiosis
- Represent Horizon at global futurist forums and policy summits
Qualifications
- MSc/PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or related quantitative field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or R&D leadership
- Published research on technological singularity or climate adaptation strategies
- Proficiency in trend analysis tools (e.g., Trendalyzer, Palantir)
- Experience with cross-cultural scenario planning in multinational contexts
- Portfolio demonstrating 2026+ concept development
- Security clearance preferred for sensitive future-tech projects