Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends for 2026 and beyond, driving innovation that shapes industries. This role blends deep analytical prowess with creative foresight to transform uncertainty into opportunity.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop future-proof strategies, leveraging cutting-edge methodologies and global data networks. Our Austin hub offers a dynamic environment where your insights will directly impact product roadmaps, investment decisions, and market positioning for the next technological revolution.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends, technological disruptions, and socio-economic shifts to forecast 2026+ market landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks and strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-vision initiatives
- Produce high-impact research briefs and predictive intelligence reports
- Partner with R&D teams to incubate emerging technologies and business models
- Represent Horizon Dynamics at global futurist conferences and industry summits
- Mentor junior strategists in advanced foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist analysis
- Proven track record of publishing trend forecasts with measurable impact
- Expertise in scenario planning, Delphi techniques, and horizon scanning
- Deep understanding of AI, biotech, climate tech, and quantum computing trajectories
- Exceptional communication skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Proficiency in foresight tools like Foresight Platform, Trend Hunter, or Gartner
- Global network of industry experts and academic collaborators