Job Description
Join Horizon Vision Labs as a 2026 Strategic Futurist and architect the future of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary thinker to decode emerging trends, develop actionable 2026 roadmaps, and lead cross-functional innovation initiatives. This role combines foresight strategy with hands-on implementation, shaping how businesses and societies evolve through disruptive technologies.
At our Austin-based innovation hub, you'll collaborate with quantum computing researchers, AI ethicists, and biotech pioneers to build sustainable frameworks for the next decade. We offer competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and unparalleled exposure to cutting-edge projects.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, quantum, biotech, climate) to forecast 2026 societal and business landscapes
- Develop strategic roadmaps for clients across tech, healthcare, and energy sectors
- Lead scenario-planning workshops with C-suite executives and government agencies
- Author white papers on future-of-work implications and ethical AI deployment
- Manage a portfolio of pilot programs testing 2026-ready technologies
- Mentor junior futurists and build external thought leadership networks
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech R&D
- Published work on emerging technologies or future scenarios
- Proficiency in horizon scanning tools and trend analysis methodologies
- Experience with cross-cultural scenario planning and stakeholder engagement
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (quantum, AI, synthetic biology)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-strategy implementations