Job Description
Join our elite team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. as a 2026 Futurist Strategist, where you'll architect tomorrow's innovations today. We're seeking visionary minds to decode emerging trends and design transformative strategies for 2026 and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge technology with human-centric foresight, shaping industries before they exist.
As a pivotal member of our Innovation Lab, you'll collaborate with quantum computing pioneers, climate tech disruptors, and neuro-ethics experts to build actionable roadmaps for 2026. We offer unparalleled resources, including access to our AI-powered trend forecasting engine and exclusive industry incubators.
Position includes competitive equity packages, flexible hybrid work, and dedicated innovation time. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art labs and mindfulness spaces designed for peak creative performance.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, climate, biotech) to map 2026 strategic landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for Fortune 500 clients
- Lead cross-functional workshops with C-suite executives
- Produce quarterly foresight reports with predictive modeling
- Identify and prioritize emerging technologies for portfolio investment
- Design ethical frameworks for 2026 adoption challenges
- Mentor junior futurists in trend synthesis methodologies
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future studies
- Published research on 2020-2030 technology adoption curves
- Expertise in systems thinking and scenario planning methodologies
- Proficiency in AI trend forecasting tools (e.g., GPT-4, Trendalyzer)
- Experience with climate-tech or neurotech disruption analysis
- PhD or Master's in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful 2025+ strategic implementations