Job Description
Shape the future as a 2026 Futures Strategist at Horizon Vision Labs. We're seeking a visionary thinker to map emerging technological, social, and economic trends that will redefine industries by 2026. Join our elite team of futurists in Austin, where innovation meets impact. This role requires cross-disciplinary collaboration to develop actionable foresight frameworks for Fortune 500 clients navigating tomorrow's disruptions.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and paradigm shifts pre-2026
- Develop quantitative forecasting models using AI-driven trend analysis
- Produce executive-level strategic briefings for C-suite stakeholders
- Facilitate cross-industry scenario-planning workshops
- Pioneer new foresight methodologies in climate tech and AI ethics
- Mentor junior futurists in emerging trend identification
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or Quantitative Social Sciences
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, trend analysis, or innovation consulting
- Expertise in scenario planning and probabilistic forecasting
- Published thought leadership on 2030+ technology impacts
- Proficiency in Python/R for trend modeling and data visualization
- Experience presenting to executive audiences in tech/energy sectors