Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we pioneer the next frontier of human advancement. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic execution, positioning you at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business innovation.
As a thought leader in our Austin-based innovation hub, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global policy shapers to shape tomorrow's industries. We offer unparalleled autonomy, competitive equity, and the opportunity to influence trillions in market evolution.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies, socio-economic shifts, and geopolitical patterns to forecast 2026+ market landscapes
- Develop strategic frameworks for exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Lead scenario-planning workshops with Fortune 500 partners and government agencies
- Author white papers and keynote presentations at global innovation forums
- Build and lead a cross-functional futurist research team
- Interface with venture capital arms to identify paradigm-shifting investment opportunities
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or equivalent experience with 8+ years in strategic foresight
- Proven track record of predicting tech adoption curves and market disruptions (portfolio required)
- Expertise in scenario modeling, horizon scanning, and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex futures into actionable strategies
- Experience advising C-suite executives on long-term strategic pivots
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed futurist journals or industry publications