Job Description
Join HorizonShift Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect next-generation solutions that will redefine industries. This role blends deep technological foresight with strategic execution, ensuring our innovations stay 5 steps ahead of the curve.
You'll work in our Austin innovation hub—a dynamic space where quantum computing meets sustainable design—collaborating with Nobel laureates and startup disruptors. We offer equity, unlimited learning stipends, and the autonomy to shape humanity's next chapter.
Responsibilities
- Forecast disruptive technologies and societal shifts through 2026-2030 horizon scanning
- Develop strategic roadmaps for AI integration, biotech evolution, and climate adaptation
- Lead cross-functional 'Future Labs' prototyping next-gen products and services
- Present trend briefings to C-suite and government innovation councils
- Build patent portfolios around emerging paradigms (quantum AI, neuro interfaces)
- Mentor teams in 'anticipatory design' methodologies
- Author industry-defining whitepapers on 2026 market inflection points
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years forecasting for Fortune 500 or venture-backed startups
- Published research on AI ethics, quantum computing, or climate tech
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning frameworks
- Portfolio of implemented innovations with measurable impact
- Deep understanding of Web3, neuromorphic computing, or synthetic biology
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC/FS)
- Fluency in at least two analytical modeling languages (Python/R)