Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect next-generation solutions. Shape how businesses navigate the convergence of AI, biotech, and sustainable infrastructure. This role sits at the intersection of technology forecasting and executive strategy, transforming theoretical possibilities into market-ready frameworks.
Our Austin-based innovation hub offers a dynamic environment where your expertise will directly influence multi-year roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients. Collaborate with quantum computing specialists and climate scientists to build actionable blueprints for 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Analyze horizon-scanning data to identify disruptive technologies with 2026 market impact
- Develop scenario-planning models for climate-resilient infrastructure and automation
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate future trends into product roadmaps
- Produce executive briefings on regulatory shifts affecting AI and biotechnology
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype 2026-ready solutions
- Establish KPI frameworks for measuring future-readiness across industries
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight or technology consulting
- Portfolio demonstrating published trend analysis for 2025+ horizons
- Expertise in scenario planning tools (e.g., STEEP analysis, cross-impact matrices)
- Deep knowledge of AI governance frameworks and biotech innovation pipelines
- Proven ability to translate complex futures into executive strategy
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., WFS/AFF) preferred