Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group as a 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect tomorrow's technological landscape today. We're seeking a visionary thinker to decode emerging trends and shape our innovation roadmap for the pivotal year 2026. This role bridges cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy, positioning our company at the forefront of disruption.
About Horizon Innovations Group
We're a next-generation tech incubator specializing in quantum computing, biotech integration, and sustainable energy solutions. Our Austin headquarters serves as a hub for interdisciplinary collaboration where breakthrough ideas become reality.
What You'll Achieve
You'll lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify paradigm-shifting technologies, develop strategic frameworks for 2026 adoption, and orchestrate cross-functional execution. This is your opportunity to define how humanity interacts with technology in the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research to map emerging technologies with 2026 commercialization potential
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating AI ethics, quantum adoption, and climate-tech convergence
- Collaborate with R&D to prototype future-facing solutions in our Austin Innovation Lab
- Present findings to C-suite and board through compelling data visualizations and scenario planning
- Build partnerships with MIT Media Lab, Singularity University, and other future-focused institutions
- Lead cross-functional sprints to validate 2026 technology use cases
- Author thought leadership publications positioning Horizon as the 2026 innovation authority
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Strategy, or equivalent with 8+ years experience
- Proven track record in forecasting tech disruption (e.g., AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Expertise in scenario planning and strategic foresight methodologies
- Deep understanding of 2026 technology landscape: quantum supremacy, AGI timelines, climate tech
- Exceptional communication skills translating complex concepts to executive audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating published future-tech analysis or strategic frameworks
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., CFCS) or equivalent
- Experience in venture capital or corporate innovation strategy preferred