Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. In this pivotal role, you'll leverage predictive analytics and cross-industry foresight to shape our innovation pipeline. Collaborate with C-suite executives to transform speculative futures into actionable blueprints. Our Austin-based incubator offers unparalleled resources for paradigm-shifting work, with competitive benefits including equity options and flexible R&D time.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain predictive models for 2026+ technological and societal shifts
- Produce annual horizon scanning reports identifying disruptive opportunities
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for global market evolution
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into product roadmaps
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic research institutions
- Present trend analyses to executive stakeholders and investor boards
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight or emerging technology analysis
- Expertise in predictive analytics and scenario modeling tools
- Published thought leadership on exponential technologies
- Proficiency in Python/R for trend forecasting
- Experience with Delphi methodology and cross-impact matrices