Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's economy. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect next-generation solutions for Fortune 500 clients. This role merges predictive analytics with human-centered design to shape industries before they transform. You'll work in our Austin innovation hub with Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley pioneers.
Responsibilities
- Analyze quantum computing, biotech convergence, and decentralized AI trends through 2026-2030 horizons
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for climate-resilient infrastructure and space commercialization
- Lead cross-functional workshops with C-suite executives on metaverse and neurotech adoption
- Produce predictive whitepapers on workforce automation and ethical AI governance
- Collaborate with MIT and Stanford on next-gen human-machine interfaces
- Architect 10-year roadmaps for clients in renewable energy and personalized medicine
Qualifications
- PhD or equivalent in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or Complex Systems
- 5+ years experience in trend forecasting with top-tier consultancies (McKinsey, BCG, etc.)
- Published research on singularity economics or post-scarcity paradigms
- Expertise in Delphi methodology and Monte Carlo simulations for long-range forecasting
- Portfolio demonstrating predictive accuracy for 2020-2025 global shifts
- Proficiency in Python, R, and TensorFlow for trend modeling
- Security clearance preferred for government partnership projects