Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect pathways for 2026 and beyond. This role blends predictive analytics, cultural foresight, and disruptive innovation to redefine industries.
As a pioneer in our Austin-based innovation lab, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to transform speculative futures into actionable strategies. Your impact will shape products, policies, and paradigms across our portfolio of forward-thinking ventures.
Responsibilities
- Forecast socioeconomic, technological, and behavioral shifts through horizon scanning and scenario modeling
- Develop strategic roadmaps for 2026+ product development and market expansion
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing solutions
- Advise executive leadership on emerging risks and disruptive opportunities
- Curate thought leadership content and keynote presentations at global forums
- Build and manage a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry pioneers
- Quantify future market potential through data-driven trend analysis
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and disruptive technology assessment
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Deep knowledge of AI, quantum computing, biotech, or climate tech trajectories
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation journals
- Experience advising Fortune 500 companies on transformational strategy
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-state implementation projects