Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to architect 2026's emerging landscape for Fortune 500 clients. This premier role combines cutting-edge research with executive advisory services to shape future-ready business models. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and market evolution, this is your launchpad to redefine what's possible.
Why This Role Matters: You'll directly influence multi-billion-dollar strategic decisions by decoding tomorrow's trends today. Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources to explore exponential technologies and human-centric futures.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 trend forecasts across AI, biotech, and sustainable economies
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for C-suite executives in Fortune 500 companies
- Lead immersive foresight workshops with global innovation teams
- Produce whitepapers on emerging market disruptors and adaptation strategies
- Collaborate with MIT Future Labs on horizon scanning methodologies
- Advocate ethical innovation principles in board-level strategic sessions
- Build proprietary AI-powered trend analysis tools
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or equivalent certification
- 5+ years in strategic consulting or trend analysis at recognized firms
- Published thought leadership on exponential technologies or societal shifts
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis)
- Experience advising C-suite on 3-5 year strategic horizons
- Portfolio demonstrating 2020+ trend predictions with 85%+ accuracy
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (quantum, neurotech, etc.)