Job Description
Step into the future with Horizon Dynamics, where we're redefining innovation for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions before they reshape industries. This isn't just a role—it's your chance to architect tomorrow's solutions today. Join our elite team in Austin's thriving tech ecosystem and transform how global enterprises prepare for the next paradigm shift.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and forecast disruptive technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and their business impact through 2030
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks for Fortune 500 clients navigating 2026 market transitions
- Lead cross-functional workshops to synthesize complex data into actionable innovation roadmaps
- Produce high-impact trend reports and scenario-planning models for C-suite executives
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-proof solutions aligned with 2026 market demands
- Establish thought leadership through whitepapers, keynotes, and industry forums
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech disruption analysis
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional communication skills translating complex insights for executive audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating published futurism work or client transformation projects
- Experience with horizon scanning tools (e.g., Delphi method, STEEP analysis)