Job Description
Shape tomorrow's innovations today as a 2026 Futurist Strategist at Horizon Dynamics Group. We're seeking visionary thinkers to decode emerging trends and architect solutions for industries poised to transform by 2026. Join our elite team at the intersection of biotech, AI ethics, and sustainable infrastructure to redefine what's possible.
Work in our Austin innovation hub where you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, Silicon Valley pioneers, and UN sustainability fellows. This isn't just a job—it's your opportunity to influence the decade's most critical technological and societal shifts.
Responsibilities
- Analyze cross-industry data to identify paradigm-shifting trends impacting 2026 market landscapes
- Develop predictive models for quantum computing adoption in healthcare and logistics
- Design ethical frameworks for AI governance in autonomous systems
- Lead scenario planning workshops with Fortune 500 executives
- Produce trend reports that inform $500M+ investment decisions
- Mentor junior futurists in emerging technology forecasting
- Partner with MIT Media Lab on next-gen human-computer interfaces
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years experience in strategic foresight or technology forecasting
- Published work in peer-reviewed futures journals or TEDx talks
- Expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (quantum, biotech, climate tech)
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools like Kumu.io or Scenariio
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful trend predictions validated by market outcomes
- Ability to translate complex technical concepts for C-suite audiences