Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We seek a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging technologies and societal shifts, transforming foresight into actionable business strategies. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with practical implementation, shaping how organizations prepare for 2026 and beyond.
As a key member of our Future Intelligence division, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to navigate disruption. Our Austin headquarters offers an agile environment where your expertise directly influences multi-billion-dollar decisions across AI, biotechnology, and sustainable infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global tech trends and socioeconomic indicators to identify disruptive opportunities through 2026
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients
- Lead cross-functional workshops translating foresight into product development pipelines
- Author forward-looking white papers and predictive market intelligence reports
- Establish innovation KPIs and track emerging technology adoption curves
- Advect board-level stakeholders on paradigm shifts and competitive positioning
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight or technology consulting with Fortune 500 experience
- Proven expertise in horizon scanning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology, AGI)
- Exceptional storytelling skills for communicating complex scenarios to diverse audiences
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed futures journals
- Proficiency in foresight platforms like Futurist Toolkit or Trend Hunter Pro