Job Description
Join Horizon Labs Inc. at the forefront of innovation as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, design next-generation frameworks, and transform abstract possibilities into actionable business strategies. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and market evolution, requiring someone who thrives on ambiguity and turns tomorrow's challenges into today's opportunities.
In our Austin hub, you'll collaborate with quantum computing researchers, biotech pioneers, and AI ethicists to build resilient, future-proof ecosystems. We offer competitive compensation, unlimited PTO, and a culture where your wildest ideas become our roadmap.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global mega-trends (AI governance, climate adaptation, space commercialization) to identify 2026 market disruptors
- Develop scenario-planning models for 5+ year horizons using predictive analytics and horizon scanning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into product roadmaps and R&D priorities
- Build relationships with academic institutions and government innovation labs to accelerate R&D
- Author '2026 Impact Reports' for C-suite and board stakeholders
- Mentor junior strategists in futures thinking methodologies
Qualifications
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging tech analysis
- Expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and trend mapping frameworks
- Published thought leadership on future-of-work or digital transformation
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Proficiency in AI-driven forecasting tools (e.g., GPT-4, Trendalyzer)
- Experience with government innovation ecosystems (e.g., DARPA, NASA Tech Transfer)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful future-strategy implementations