Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as a 2026 Futurist Strategist and pioneer the next wave of technological transformation. We're seeking visionary thinkers to map emerging trends, develop long-term innovation roadmaps, and guide our organization through the paradigm shifts of 2026 and beyond. This is your chance to shape the future of industries at the intersection of AI, biotech, and quantum computing.
Why Horizon Dynamics? We're a forward-thinking consultancy incubating breakthrough solutions for Fortune 500 clients. Our Austin hub offers cutting-edge research facilities, flexible work arrangements, and a culture that celebrates intellectual curiosity. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, serial entrepreneurs, and MIT-trained engineers to turn speculative futures into actionable strategies.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (quantum AI, synthetic biology, neuro interfaces) and their market implications
- Develop 10-year strategic foresight frameworks for C-suite executives
- Lead scenario-planning workshops with Fortune 500 stakeholders
- Produce white papers and trend reports published in MIT Technology Review
- Identify investment opportunities in next-gen startups
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype 2026-viable solutions
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or R&D innovation
- Published thought leadership in tech futurism (e.g., IEEE Spectrum, WIRED)
- Expertise in horizon scanning and trend analysis methodologies
- Proficiency in futures simulation tools (e.g., Gartner Foresight, Deloitte Signals)
- Deep understanding of quantum computing and AI ethics
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful innovation roadmaps