Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group as we redefine tomorrow's landscape today. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to architect our next-generation innovation roadmap. This pivotal role demands an exceptional blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and cross-industry expertise to navigate emerging technological paradigms and market disruptions. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and R&D pioneers to develop predictive models, scenario-planning frameworks, and strategic initiatives that position our organization at the vanguard of technological evolution.
Our Austin headquarters offers a dynamic environment where your insights will directly influence product development, market entry strategies, and long-term corporate vision. We provide comprehensive benefits including equity participation, wellness stipends, and dedicated innovation time for personal research projects.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain predictive models for 2026 technological, economic, and social trends
- Design scenario-planning frameworks to assess potential market disruptions
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable strategies
- Produce quarterly trend briefings for executive stakeholders and product teams
- Establish strategic partnerships with emerging technology incubators
- Author thought leadership publications on future-facing topics
- Mentor junior analysts in advanced foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field (PhD preferred)
- Minimum 7 years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of developing successful long-range strategic plans
- Expertise in quantitative trend analysis and qualitative scenario planning
- Deep knowledge of AI, biotech, quantum computing, and climate tech trajectories
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive audiences
- Published research or patents in emerging technology domains
- Portfolio demonstrating successful implementation of foresight insights