Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Analyst to decode emerging trends and shape strategic pathways for 2026 and beyond. In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to identify disruptive technologies, societal shifts, and market opportunities that will define the next decade. Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources to pioneer futures-thinking methodologies while driving real-world impact across global industries.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning research to identify and validate emerging trends across technology, policy, and consumer behavior
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for 2026 market landscapes and competitive disruptions
- Produce executive-level strategic briefings with actionable recommendations for board stakeholders
- Design and facilitate foresight workshops with Fortune 500 clients and internal leadership teams
- Build quantitative forecasting models using AI-driven trend analysis and predictive analytics
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future business models
- Publish thought leadership in industry journals and speak at global futurism conferences
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Economics, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic planning, trend analysis, or innovation consulting
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Advanced proficiency in quantitative forecasting tools (e.g., Palisade @Risk, Tableau)
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Published research in futures analysis or strategic foresight publications
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from University of Houston or Finland Futures Research Centre)