Job Description
Shape tomorrow's landscape today as Horizon Dynamics seeks a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist. Join our innovation incubator to forecast technological, economic, and societal shifts across emerging markets. You'll architect blueprints for sustainable futures while leading cross-disciplinary teams to develop groundbreaking solutions.
This role requires a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight, with opportunities to present findings to C-suite executives and government stakeholders. Enjoy flexible remote work options with quarterly on-site collaboration at our Austin headquarters.
Responsibilities
- Develop predictive models for technological adoption and market disruption scenarios through 2030
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives identifying breakthrough innovations in AI, biotech, and renewable energy
- Produce annual 'Future State' whitepapers distributed to Fortune 500 partners
- Facilitate scenario planning workshops with global R&D teams
- Advocate ethical frameworks for emerging technologies in policy discussions
- Build and maintain a network of domain experts across 15+ industries
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years experience in strategic foresight or innovation consulting
- Published research on exponential technologies or societal transformation
- Proficiency in futures analysis tools (e.g., Delphi method, causal layered analysis)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful long-term forecasting projects
- Experience with AI-driven trend analysis platforms
- Exceptional storytelling abilities for complex technical concepts