Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. As a Senior Futurist, you'll architect strategic roadmaps for 2026 and beyond, guiding organizations through emerging technological and societal shifts. Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources to shape the future while driving tangible business impact.
Be part of a visionary team that collaborates with Fortune 500 partners to decode trends in AI, biotech, and sustainable systems. This hybrid role combines deep analytical rigor with creative foresight, offering autonomy to develop groundbreaking frameworks that redefine industries.
Responsibilities
- Lead multi-year foresight initiatives mapping technological, economic, and societal shifts through 2026
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps for enterprise clients across healthcare, finance, and manufacturing
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis using proprietary AI-powered forecasting tools
- Facilitate executive workshops translating future scenarios into actionable business strategies
- Author white papers and thought leadership on emerging paradigms in digital transformation
- Build cross-functional partnerships with R&D labs and academic institutions
- Lead a team of futurists and innovation analysts
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in innovation strategy, consulting, or futures research
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Proven track record delivering executive-level strategic foresight frameworks
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling and presentation skills for C-suite audiences
- Experience managing distributed research teams and complex stakeholder ecosystems
- Published thought leadership in reputable industry journals