Job Description
Step into the future with Horizon Dynamics Inc., a pioneer in next-generation innovation ecosystems. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect our roadmap for the coming decade. This role combines cutting-edge foresight analysis with strategic execution to transform emerging possibilities into tangible business advantages. Join our Austin-based team and shape how industries evolve in the rapidly approaching 2026 landscape.
Why This Role Matters:
As technology accelerates toward 2026, organizations that proactively adapt will dominate. You'll be the compass guiding our investments, product development, and market positioning through quantum computing breakthroughs, AI-driven market shifts, and sustainable transformation initiatives. This isn't just about predicting the future—it's about creating it.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across technology, economic, and social domains to identify 2026-defining opportunities
- Develop strategic frameworks integrating AI, biotech, and climate tech disruptions into corporate roadmaps
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to align future-proof initiatives with quarterly objectives
- Produce actionable scenario-planning models for global market volatility and regulatory shifts
- Establish innovation partnerships with academic institutions and emerging tech startups
- Present future insights to investors and board members through compelling data visualizations
- Drive cross-functional workshops to embed foresight thinking into R&D and product development
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Technology Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist analysis
- Expertise in systems thinking, scenario modeling, and trend impact assessment
- Proven track record translating future insights into market-leading strategies
- Deep knowledge of quantum computing, AI ethics, and circular economy frameworks
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Certification in futures research or foresight methodologies (e.g., CFS, Foresight Practitioner)