Job Description
Shape tomorrow's landscape as a 2026 Futurist Strategist at Horizon Dynamics. We're seeking visionary thinkers to decode emerging trends and architect sustainable futures for Fortune 500 clients. Lead groundbreaking research on post-quantum cryptography, AI ethics, and climate adaptation strategies. Collaborate with C-suite executives to transform foresight into actionable blueprints for 2026 and beyond. Join our Austin innovation hub where tomorrow's solutions are engineered today.
Responsibilities
- Forecast socio-technological trends impacting 2026 global markets
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for climate-resilient infrastructure
- Lead cross-functional workshops on AI governance and ethical deployment
- Produce annual 'Future State' reports for executive decision-making
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype 2026-ready technologies
- Advise policymakers on regulatory frameworks for emerging industries
- Curate horizon-scanning intelligence across 15+ sectors
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight or trend analysis
- Published research on technological singularity impacts
- Expertise in scenario modeling and Delphi methodology
- Proficiency in AI-driven forecasting tools (e.g., GPT-4, Palantir)
- Experience advising C-suite on exponential technology adoption
- Certification in Foresight Professional (CFP) preferred