Job Description
Shape the future as our 2026 Futurist Strategist at Horizon Dynamics Inc. We're seeking a visionary thinker to decode emerging trends and architect tomorrow's business paradigms. This high-impact role bridges foresight, innovation, and strategic execution across our Austin headquarters. Join a multidisciplinary team redefining industries through predictive analytics, scenario planning, and disruptive technology integration.
As a key architect of our 2026 roadmap, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to transform foresight into actionable strategy. This position offers unparalleled exposure to cutting-edge research, global thought leadership forums, and the opportunity to influence multi-million-dollar innovation initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 strategic foresight frameworks through trend analysis and horizon scanning
- Architect scenario models for technological disruption across finance, healthcare, and energy sectors
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into product roadmaps
- Produce executive briefings on emerging risks and opportunities in quantum computing and AI ethics
- Manage strategic partnerships with MIT Media Lab and Singularity University
- Present future-state visions at global innovation summits
- Mentor junior futurists in predictive analytics methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning or innovation consulting
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis)
- Published thought leadership on technological singularity impacts
- Experience with predictive modeling and data visualization platforms
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., AC/FS) preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful future-state implementations
- Exceptional storytelling skills for complex technical concepts