Job Description
Join our elite foresight team to architect tomorrow's reality today. As a Futurist Strategist at Horizon Dynamics, you'll decode emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions to shape our 2026 roadmap. This role blends data analysis, trend forecasting, and strategic innovation to position our organization at the forefront of technological evolution. We seek visionary thinkers who thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and long-term planning.
Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources for exploring quantum computing, biotech convergence, and sustainable infrastructure. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, Silicon Valley pioneers, and government futurists to build actionable frameworks for the next paradigm shift.
Responsibilities
- Develop predictive models for 2026+ technological adoption across industries
- Produce horizon-scanning reports on AI ethics, climate resilience, and neurotech integration
- Design strategic roadmaps for C-suite executives on navigating disruptive futures
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align innovation initiatives with long-term vision
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and research labs for trend validation
- Present foresight findings at global forums and publish thought leadership
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or policy planning
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and systems modeling
- Published work on technological disruption or societal transformation
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., Delphi method, causal layered analysis)
- Experience with quantum computing, synthetic biology, or climate tech ecosystems
- Ability to translate complex futures into executable business strategies