Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect next-generation solutions for Fortune 500 clients. This role blends predictive analytics, cultural foresight, and technological innovation to shape sustainable futures.
Located in Austin's innovation hub, you'll collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to develop scenario-planning frameworks, identify disruptive opportunities, and translate complex data into actionable strategies. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your moment to redefine what's possible.
Responsibilities
- Develop predictive models for technological and societal trends through 2026+
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for C-suite executives across industries
- Lead workshops on future-proofing business operations and workforce evolution
- Author forward-looking whitepapers and thought leadership content
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) for commercial viability
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype next-generation solutions
- Advortise clients on sustainable innovation strategies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight or innovation consulting
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and systems thinking
- Published thought leadership on emerging technologies
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
- Experience with Delphi methodology or horizon scanning frameworks
- Strong presentation skills for executive audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating future-focused projects