Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, design 2026-ready business models, and lead cross-functional teams through the next wave of technological transformation. This pivotal role requires a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to shape our organization's trajectory in an exponentially evolving world.
Why Horizon Dynamics? We're a leader in next-generation consulting, partnering with Fortune 500 companies to navigate complex futures. Our Austin hub sits at the intersection of technology, policy, and creativity—where tomorrow's solutions are born today.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026 business landscapes
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for clients across AI, biotech, and quantum computing domains
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight insights into actionable innovation portfolios
- Build quantitative forecasting models using advanced data analytics and machine learning
- Author thought leadership publications on future-proofing organizational resilience
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype next-generation solutions
- Present strategic recommendations to C-suite executives and board members
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology strategy
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Advanced proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and predictive modeling
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling abilities to communicate complex futures to diverse stakeholders
- Published thought leadership in industry journals or major media outlets