Job Description
Join our elite team at Horizon Labs Inc. to architect the future. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to spearhead our 2026 innovation roadmap. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to shape emerging technologies and societal trends. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across our Austin headquarters, influencing product development, market positioning, and long-term corporate strategy. We offer unparalleled resources, flexible work arrangements, and a culture that rewards intellectual curiosity.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional workshops to map 2026 technology and market scenarios
- Develop predictive models for emerging trends in AI, biotech, and sustainable systems
- Present strategic frameworks to executive stakeholders and board members
- Partner with R&D teams to identify disruptive innovation opportunities
- Author thought leadership publications and industry whitepapers
- Mentor junior futurists and build a foresight competency center
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic planning or innovation consulting
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Strong quantitative modeling and data visualization skills
- Experience presenting to C-suite and board-level audiences
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation domains
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFMP preferred)