Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect tomorrow's solutions today. We're seeking a forward-thinking pioneer to decode emerging trends and transform foresight into actionable strategy. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and innovation, where you'll shape how organizations navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of 2026 and beyond.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation labs, and publish groundbreaking thought leadership that defines industry paradigms. Our Austin headquarters offers a dynamic environment where creativity meets cutting-edge technology, complete with immersive VR workspaces and dedicated innovation incubators.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technological and societal trends to develop 2026+ strategic roadmaps
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for quantum computing, AI ethics, and biotech convergence
- Lead innovation sprints with R&D teams to prototype next-generation solutions
- Deliver executive briefings and publish whitepapers on future disruption vectors
- Establish foresight metrics to track adoption curves of exponential technologies
- Mentor cross-functional teams in strategic foresight methodologies
- Forge partnerships with academic institutions and think tanks
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging tech analysis
- Expertise in exponential technologies (quantum, AI, synthetic biology)
- Proven track record of developing future-oriented business strategies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed futurist journals
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis)
- Experience advising Fortune 500 boards on technological disruption