Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect groundbreaking solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic foresight to position our clients as industry pioneers. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across tech, sustainability, and digital transformation sectors to navigate complex future scenarios.
Our Austin-based innovation hub offers a dynamic environment where your expertise will directly shape corporate roadmaps and product roadmaps. We provide competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and unparalleled opportunities to influence the future of business.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies, sociocultural shifts, and geopolitical trends to forecast 2026+ market landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for Fortune 500 clients in AI, biotech, and sustainable energy
- Produce executive-ready trend reports with actionable strategic recommendations
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed foresight into product development cycles
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Present strategic insights at industry conferences and executive summits
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology, AGI)
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling capabilities
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., from AC/FS or similar)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-focused projects with measurable impact