Job Description
Join InnovateHorizon Labs as a 2026 Futurist Strategist and shape tomorrow's landscape today. We're seeking visionary thinkers to decode emerging trends, develop strategic roadmaps, and position our clients at the forefront of technological and societal evolution. This hybrid role combines deep analytical rigor with creative foresight to anticipate paradigm shifts by 2026.
In this position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies, lead scenario-planning workshops, and publish groundbreaking trend reports that influence global industries. Our Austin hub offers state-of-the-art facilities and a culture that values intellectual curiosity and bold innovation.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech/societal trends using AI-powered forecasting models to identify 2026 disruptors
- Develop strategic roadmaps for clients in biotech, AI ethics, and sustainable infrastructure
- Lead cross-functional workshops with Fortune 500 executives on future scenario planning
- Produce quarterly trend reports published in industry-leading journals
- Advolve in patent development for proprietary forecasting methodologies
- Mentor junior analysts in futures research techniques
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight or trend analysis at Fortune 500 or consulting
- Expertise in AI forecasting tools (e.g., GPT-4, Trendalyzer)
- Published work on 2025+ technological disruption scenarios
- Proficiency in scenario planning methodologies (e.g., Delphi, STEEP)
- Experience with biotech/AI ethics policy development
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful future-strategy implementations