Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's reality. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic foresight to shape industries before they evolve. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies to develop actionable roadmaps for quantum integration, biotech acceleration, and sustainable tech adoption. Our Austin headquarters offers an unparalleled environment for innovation, with state-of-the-art labs and a team of Nobel laureate advisors.
Responsibilities
- Forecast technological, economic, and societal shifts impacting 2026+ landscapes
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for enterprise clients
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-proof initiatives
- Produce high-impact trend reports and predictive analytics dashboards
- Advortise emerging technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology, AI ethics)
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs
- Mentor junior futurists in advanced methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or innovation leadership
- Portfolio demonstrating published trend analysis for 2020-2025
- Expertise in scenario planning, Delphi methodology, and horizon scanning
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (quantum, AI, biotech)
- Certified Futurist (CF) or equivalent professional designation
- Experience advising Fortune 500 executives on transformational strategy
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)