Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape as a 2026 Futurist Strategist. We're seeking visionary thinkers to decode emerging trends, technological disruptions, and societal shifts that will redefine industries by 2026. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic foresight to guide our innovation pipeline and client transformations. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional workshops, and publish thought leadership that shapes the future of business.
Our Austin-based hub offers a dynamic environment where your insights directly impact global strategy. Enjoy competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to speak at premier industry conferences.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and their 2026 market implications
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for disruptive business models
- Produce annual 'Horizon Scan' reports with actionable strategic recommendations
- Lead client workshops on future-proofing organizational capabilities
- Partner with R&D teams to align innovation with future market demands
- Represent the firm at global futurism conferences and thought leadership summits
Qualifications
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futurism research
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- Proficiency in horizon scanning methodologies and trend analysis tools
- Published thought leadership on technological or societal disruption
- Experience with scenario planning and strategic roadmapping frameworks
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their convergence
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex insights