Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our roadmap for 2026 and beyond. This role sits at the intersection of emerging technologies, behavioral economics, and societal shifts to shape groundbreaking products that will define the next decade. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and R&D teams to translate foresight into actionable strategy, driving our position as industry pioneers in a rapidly evolving world.
Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources for forward-thinking talent, including dedicated futures labs, AI-powered trend analysis platforms, and partnerships with leading global research institutions. This is a rare opportunity to build the future rather than react to it.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives identifying emerging technologies and sociocultural shifts impacting 2026+ business landscapes
- Develop evidence-based future scenario models for strategic planning and risk mitigation
- Design innovation frameworks integrating quantum computing, neurotech, and climate adaptation strategies
- Facilitate executive workshops translating foresight into product roadmaps and R&D priorities
- Establish cross-functional collaboration protocols between R&D, policy, and commercial teams
- Author annual 'Future State' reports influencing $500M+ investment portfolio
- Maintain proprietary trend intelligence database with predictive analytics capabilities
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent strategic foresight certification
- Minimum 7 years experience in innovation strategy, tech forecasting, or futures research
- Proven track record translating foresight into commercialized products/services
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech) adoption curves
- Exceptional storytelling skills for communicating complex future scenarios to diverse audiences
- Published research or speaking engagements at global innovation forums
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ scenario planning projects with measurable outcomes
- Proficiency in futures research tools (e.g., Delphi method, cross-impact analysis)