Job Description
Shape the future at Horizon Innovations Group as we pioneer breakthrough technologies for 2026. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to lead our predictive intelligence initiatives, analyzing emerging trends across AI, biotechnology, and sustainable energy. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to develop actionable roadmaps for our 2026 product ecosystem. Join our interdisciplinary team in Austin's innovation hub, where you'll influence how humanity interacts with technology in the coming decade.
Your Impact: Lead scenario-planning workshops for Fortune 500 partners, publish industry-defining trend reports, and incubate moonshot projects with our R&D division. We offer competitive equity, unlimited PTO, and a $15,000 annual learning stipend for future-focused certifications.
Responsibilities
- Develop predictive models for technological adoption trajectories through 2026
- Conduct horizon-scanning research across 15+ emerging technology domains
- Design strategic frameworks for organizational resilience in volatile futures
- Present foresight findings to C-suite executives and government stakeholders
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype 2026-viable solutions
- Author quarterly trend reports with actionable business intelligence
- Mentor junior futurists in scenario planning methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic planning or technology trend analysis
- Expertise in predictive modeling tools (e.g., Gartner Hype Cycle, Delphi Method)
- Published thought leadership in future-focused journals/conferences
- Proficiency in data visualization platforms (Tableau, Power BI)
- Experience with AI-powered trend detection systems
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFPS preferred)