Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, architect next-generation business models, and position our organization as the undisputed leader in the post-2025 landscape. This role blends deep technological foresight with strategic execution to shape how industries evolve in the coming decade.
Why You'll Thrive Here: Collaborate with Nobel laureates, pioneer quantum-integrated ecosystems, and influence global policy frameworks. Our Austin hub offers unparalleled resources to transform theoretical futures into market-defining realities.
Responsibilities
- Forecast disruptive technologies and societal shifts through 2026+ horizon scanning
- Develop strategic roadmaps for quantum computing, neural interfaces, and climate adaptation
- Lead scenario-planning workshops with C-suite executives and government partners
- Author seminal industry reports on the future of work and sustainable economies
- Establish Horizon Dynamics as the authoritative voice on 2026-ready innovation
- Manage $5M+ R&D portfolio for experimental future-proofing initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or equivalent strategic discipline
- 10+ years in strategic foresight with Fortune 500 or global policy institutions
- Published author on exponential technologies or megatrend analysis
- Expertise in quantum computing, synthetic biology, or decentralized systems
- Proven track record of implementing future-proofed business models
- Fluency in forecasting methodologies (Delphi, Horizon Scanning, Wild Cards)
- Security clearance for classified innovation partnerships