Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as a 2026 Futurist Strategist and architect the next wave of technological transformation. We're seeking a visionary leader to decode emerging trends, pioneer breakthrough solutions, and position our organization at the forefront of the 2026 landscape. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to navigate uncharted territories in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable innovation.
As a key member of our Innovation Lab, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, Silicon Valley disruptors, and government think tanks to shape tomorrow's industries today. Austin's thriving tech ecosystem provides the perfect backdrop for this groundbreaking role, where your insights will directly influence global policy and market evolution.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and market shifts post-2025
- Develop strategic roadmaps for quantum computing integration across Fortune 500 enterprises
- Design ethical AI frameworks for autonomous systems and human-machine symbiosis
- Present future-state scenarios to C-suite executives and regulatory bodies
- Build cross-industry coalitions to pioneer sustainable tech adoption standards
- Author thought leadership publications in top-tier tech journals
- Mentor next-gen futurists through our Future Leaders Fellowship program
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or equivalent discipline
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Published research on exponential technologies (quantum/AI/biotech)
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of global policy implications for emerging tech
- Proven track record of implementing future-focused initiatives
- Experience working with multinational regulatory bodies