Job Description
Join our elite team shaping the future as the Senior Futurist Strategist for our groundbreaking 2026 Initiative. We're seeking visionary minds to architect tomorrow's technological and societal paradigms today. This role combines predictive analytics, scenario planning, and innovation strategy to prepare organizations for the seismic shifts of 2026. You'll lead high-stakes foresight projects with Fortune 500 partners, translating complex future trends into actionable business strategies.
At Horizon Dynamics, we thrive at the intersection of technology and human potential. Our Austin hub is a think tank where futurists, data scientists, and industry pioneers collaborate to solve humanity's most pressing challenges. This is your chance to define the next decade of progress.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year foresight frameworks for 2026 technology and market disruptions
- Lead scenario planning workshops for C-suite executives across global industries
- Analyze emerging trends in AI, quantum computing, biotechnology, and climate tech
- Produce strategic white papers and predictive models for client implementation
- Manage cross-functional teams of data scientists and industry specialists
- Present future-state visions to investors and board members
- Design innovation roadmaps for 2026 product development pipelines
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Expertise in predictive analytics tools (e.g., Palantir, Tableau)
- Published thought leadership on technological disruption
- Experience with scenario planning methodologies (e.g., Delphi, Horizon Scanning)
- Deep knowledge of 2026 technology roadmaps and regulatory landscapes
- Exceptional storytelling skills for complex future concepts
- PhD or equivalent thought leadership credentials preferred