Job Description
Shape tomorrow's landscape today at Horizon Labs. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative solutions for our global enterprise. This pioneering role blends cutting-edge research with practical business strategy, positioning you at the nexus of technology, sociology, and market evolution.
Join our elite team of futurists, data scientists, and industry pioneers in Austin's thriving tech ecosystem. We offer unparalleled opportunities to influence billion-dollar decisions while working alongside Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley veterans. Your insights will directly shape product roadmaps, investment portfolios, and organizational evolution through 2030.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and forecast technological, social, and economic trends impacting 2026+ markets
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for Fortune 500 clients navigating exponential change
- Lead cross-functional workshops translating future insights into actionable business strategies
- Author high-impact trend reports and predictive models for executive stakeholders
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype next-generation solutions
- Establish thought leadership through white papers and industry conference keynotes
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology trend analysis
- Proven expertise in AI/ML, quantum computing, biotech, or climate tech domains
- Exceptional data visualization and scenario modeling capabilities
- Deep understanding of global megatrends and disruptive innovation patterns
- Portfolio demonstrating successful trend prediction and strategy implementation
- Strong communication skills for translating complex concepts to C-suite audiences