Job Description
Shape the future as a 2026 Strategic Futurist at Horizon Dynamics. We're seeking visionary thinkers to decode emerging tech trends, societal shifts, and market disruptions for our Fortune 500 clients. This role combines deep research with strategic foresight to prepare organizations for the transformative year of 2026. Join our elite team at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy in Austin's thriving innovation ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global tech trends (AI, biotech, quantum computing) and their societal impact through 2026
- Develop predictive models for market disruptions and consumer behavior shifts
- Create strategic roadmaps for C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies
- Lead cross-functional workshops with engineers, economists, and anthropologists
- Produce high-impact reports and visualizations for executive decision-making
- Identify investment opportunities in emerging 2026-relevant sectors
- Collaborate with MIT's Future Studies Institute on research initiatives
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or corporate innovation
- Published research on technological disruption or megatrends
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
- Strong network with futurist communities and academic institutions
- Portfolio demonstrating 2026-focused trend analysis projects