Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation innovation roadmap. This pivotal role blends cutting-edge foresight with actionable business strategy, ensuring we lead rather than follow the future. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and cross-functional teams to transform predictive insights into market-defining initiatives.
Why Horizon Dynamics? We're an award-winning tech consultancy disrupting industries through predictive analytics and sustainable innovation. Our Austin headquarters features a state-of-the-art innovation lab and a culture that celebrates intellectual curiosity.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI ethics, quantum computing, climate tech) to identify disruptive opportunities through 2026
- Develop predictive models using proprietary foresight methodologies and real-time data streams
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for Fortune 500 clients in emerging tech verticals
- Author quarterly Horizon Scan reports distributed to industry leaders and investors
- Architect sustainable innovation frameworks aligned with UN SDG 2030 targets
- Mentor junior strategists in future-casting methodologies and data visualization
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech R&D leadership
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., Horizon Scanning, Delphi Method, Causal Layered Analysis)
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed futurist journals or major tech publications
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging domains: quantum AI, bio-integration, or decentralized systems
- Experience with predictive analytics platforms (e.g., Palisade, @RISK) and visualization tools
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful trend-to-market implementations