Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Group as we pioneer the next frontier of technological innovation. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to shape our 2026 strategic roadmap by analyzing emerging trends, forecasting disruptive technologies, and translating complex data into actionable business strategies. This role sits at the intersection of AI, biotech, and sustainable energy, requiring deep analytical prowess and creative foresight.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies to develop scenario-planning frameworks that will define competitive advantages in the rapidly evolving landscape of 2026. Our Austin-based team operates at the intersection of technology and human potential, offering unparalleled opportunities to influence global business strategy.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum computing, synthetic biology, AGI) to forecast 2026 market disruptions
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for Fortune 500 clients across healthcare, energy, and finance sectors
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate complex data into actionable strategic recommendations
- Produce thought leadership publications and keynote presentations at global innovation forums
- Build and maintain expert networks with academic institutions and R&D labs
- Advise executive leadership on technology adoption timelines and risk mitigation strategies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology research
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related quantitative field
- Proven track record of forecasting technological adoption with 85%+ accuracy
- Expertise in scenario planning methodologies and trend analysis frameworks
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Exceptional communication skills with executive audiences
- Published author or recognized thought leader in innovation strategy