Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's evolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next decade's growth trajectory. This role blends predictive analytics with human-centered innovation to transform how industries adapt to exponential change.
Our Austin-based innovation hub thrives on cross-disciplinary collaboration, offering unparalleled resources to shape the future of technology, sustainability, and human augmentation. You'll lead foresight initiatives that directly influence product roadmaps and market positioning.
Responsibilities
- Analyze convergence of AI, biotech, and climate tech to identify disruptive opportunities through 2026
- Develop predictive scenario models for societal and technological shifts
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable strategies
- Author white papers and thought leadership on future-facing methodologies
- Collaborate with R&D to prototype solutions for 2026 challenges
- Establish KPIs for measuring strategic foresight ROI
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight or innovation consulting
- Portfolio demonstrating predictive models for 2020-2025 trends
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Published research on technological singularity or exponential change
- Proficiency in futures forecasting tools (e.g., Delphi method, causal layered analysis)
- Experience presenting to C-suite and board stakeholders