Job Description
Join FutureHorizon Group at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy, transforming foresight into competitive advantage. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to position our organization at the nexus of technological singularity, sustainable development, and human augmentation.
Our Austin hub offers an unparalleled environment for thought leadership, where your insights will directly shape multi-billion-dollar decisions. If you possess the rare ability to connect disparate dots across quantum computing, climate tech, and neuro-interfaces, this is your moment to define what comes next.
Responsibilities
- Identify and analyze disruptive technologies with 2026+ market impact through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for 3-5 year technological adoption cycles
- Lead cross-functional workshops translating foresight into R&D priorities and product development
- Author quarterly futures intelligence briefs for executive decision-making
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Monitor geopolitical and regulatory shifts affecting long-term innovation landscapes
- Mentor internal teams in strategic foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futures research
- Proven track record of predicting technological disruptions with documented case studies
- Expertise in at least two emerging domains: quantum AI, synthetic biology, or decentralized systems
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent field
- Exceptional communication skills translating complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders
- Published author in foresight publications or frequent conference speaker
- Proficiency in horizon scanning tools and scenario modeling software
- Portfolio demonstrating 2020-2025 trend predictions with >70% accuracy