Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Group as we architect the future of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to lead our forward-thinking initiatives, transforming emerging technologies into market-defining opportunities. This role requires a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to navigate the complex landscape of tomorrow's challenges and opportunities.
About Horizon Dynamics Group: We're a cutting-edge innovation consultancy partnering with Fortune 500 companies to develop future-ready business strategies. Our Austin-based team operates at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics to create sustainable competitive advantages.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 5-year innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 market projections
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) for commercial viability
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify future disruption vectors
- Produce high-impact scenario-planning frameworks for C-suite executives
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs
- Monitor geopolitical and socio-economic trends affecting future industries
- Create executive-level thought leadership content on future trends
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Strategic Innovation, or related field
- 8+ years in strategy consulting, R&D, or corporate innovation
- Proven track record in technology forecasting and scenario planning
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging tech domains
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling capabilities
- Experience with horizon scanning methodologies and trend analysis
- Strong network within tech innovation and academic circles
- Certification in Foresight or Strategic Foresight preferred