Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking visionary 2026 Futurist Strategists to decode emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions before they reshape industries. This role blends data science, foresight methodology, and strategic innovation to build actionable roadmaps for our clients navigating 2026's digital frontier.
As a pioneer in future-casting, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies to anticipate quantum computing impacts, AI ethics evolution, and sustainable tech revolutions. Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources for talent pushing beyond conventional boundaries.
Responsibilities
- Analyze exponential technology trends (quantum, synthetic biology, neuro-interfaces) and their 2026 commercial implications
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for clients facing 10-year digital transformation challenges
- Lead cross-functional workshops identifying first-mover advantages in emerging markets
- Author thought leadership reports published at Davos and CES conferences
- Design AI-powered foresight tools predicting industry disruption vectors
- Mentor junior futurists on advanced horizon scanning methodologies
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic consulting, tech innovation, or futurism roles
- Expertise in exponential technology forecasting (Singularity University preferred)
- Published author on future trends or peer-reviewed foresight research
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools (STEEP, Delphi method)
- Advanced data visualization (D3.js, Tableau) for trend communication
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or equivalent experience
- Portfolio demonstrating 2026+ technology impact predictions