Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. As a 2026 Strategic Futurist, you'll decode emerging trends, architect next-generation business models, and guide our organization through transformative technological shifts. We seek a visionary who thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics to shape our decade-long strategic roadmap.
Why Horizon Dynamics? We're a forward-thinking consultancy incubating breakthrough technologies for 2026 and beyond. Our Austin hub combines cutting-edge R&D with real-world implementation, offering unparalleled opportunities to influence global industries.
Responsibilities
- Develop quantitative and qualitative frameworks for predicting 2026 market disruptions
- Design scenario models for AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology convergence
- Produce actionable trend briefings for C-suite stakeholders and Fortune 500 clients
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints prototyping 2026-ready solutions
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and emerging tech startups
- Author thought leadership publications on future-of-work implications
- Mentor junior futurists in horizon scanning methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent field
- 5+ years analyzing long-term technological and societal trends
- Proficiency in trend analysis tools (e.g., Gartner Hype Cycle, Delphi Method)
- Published research on 2020s technology convergence points
- Experience with scenario planning and strategic foresight frameworks
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling skills for translating complex futures into narratives