Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. as a Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect tomorrow's breakthroughs today. We're seeking a visionary leader to decode emerging trends and shape our 2026+ roadmap in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with market-ready solutions, positioning us at the forefront of technological evolution.
As part of our elite innovation team, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, Silicon Valley pioneers, and UN sustainability advisors to transform foresight into actionable strategy. Our Austin campus offers unparalleled resources: quantum labs, biodesign studios, and a $500M innovation fund dedicated to paradigm-shifting projects.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 5-year strategic roadmaps for 2026 technological inflection points
- Lead cross-functional 'Horizon Scanning' initiatives identifying disruptive innovations
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for climate, geopolitical, and tech disruption scenarios
- Partner with C-suite to integrate foresight into product development and investment decisions
- Present strategic futures to Fortune 500 clients and government innovation councils
- Build and lead a global network of futurist researchers and industry disruptors
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field; PhD preferred
- 8+ years in innovation strategy, R&D leadership, or technology foresight
- Proven track record translating future scenarios into commercial applications
- Expertise in at least two emerging domains: quantum AI, synthetic biology, or space tech
- Published thought leadership in journals like Future Studies or MIT Tech Review
- Experience advising Fortune 100 executives on long-term technology adoption
- Certification in Futures Methodologies (e.g., Horizon Scanning, Delphi Studies)