Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. as we architect the future of 2026. We seek a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, design next-generation solutions, and steer our innovation roadmap through uncharted technological and societal shifts. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to transform uncertainty into competitive advantage.
Our Austin-based team operates at the intersection of biotech, AI ethics, and sustainable infrastructure. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and R&D pioneers to develop proactive strategies that position us as industry leaders in the rapidly evolving landscape of 2026.
Responsibilities
- Analyze horizon-scanning data across quantum computing, climate tech, and neuro-interfaces to identify disruptive opportunities for 2026
- Develop scenario-planning models for geopolitical shifts and regulatory impacts on emerging markets
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate future insights into actionable product roadmaps
- Author thought leadership content on sustainable AI and human-machine symbiosis
- Build strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Present future-state frameworks to executive stakeholders and investors
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future studies with Fortune 500 exposure
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Published research on AI governance or climate adaptation strategies
- Proficiency in horizon scanning tools (e.g., Delphi method, trend impact analysis)
- Experience developing 5+ year strategic roadmaps for tech-driven organizations
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from University of Houston or foresight academy)
- Portfolio demonstrating future-vision frameworks for complex systems