Job Description
Step into the future with Horizon Dynamics as we seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to shape tomorrow's innovations today. Based in Austin's tech epicenter, you'll decode emerging trends, develop predictive frameworks, and lead cross-functional teams to commercialize next-generation solutions. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to navigate the rapidly evolving technological landscape of the mid-2020s.
Join our mission to transform theoretical possibilities into market-ready breakthroughs while mentoring the next generation of futurists. You'll collaborate with industry pioneers at our state-of-the-art innovation lab, where cutting-edge research meets real-world application.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to identify market opportunities for 2026-2030
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for Fortune 500 clients facing disruptive change
- Lead workshops on future-proofing business strategies for C-suite executives
- Author whitepapers on ethical implications of autonomous systems and neural interfaces
- Manage a $5M innovation portfolio for prototyping next-gen consumer products
- Mentor junior strategists in trend-s methodologies and predictive modeling
- Present findings at global tech summits including CES and Web Summit
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Expertise in horizon scanning and Delphi methodology
- Published thought leadership on exponential technologies (e.g., Nature Futures, MIT Tech Review)
- Proficiency in trend analysis tools (Gartner, Forrester, custom ML models)
- Experience with cross-cultural scenario planning for global markets
- Portfolio showcasing 3+ commercialized future-focused initiatives
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (ACSF or equivalent)