Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and redefine industry paradigms. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge foresight methodologies with actionable strategic planning to position our organization as the market leader in emerging technologies. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to decode macro-trends, pioneer next-generation solutions, and drive innovation across AI, biotech, and sustainable ecosystems.
Our Austin-based hub offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the future while working alongside Nobel laureates and industry disruptors. We provide competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and a culture that celebrates intellectual curiosity.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year strategic foresight frameworks targeting 2026 market disruptions
- Analyze emerging technologies (quantum computing, neurotech, climate AI) and commercialization pathways
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for Fortune 100 clients on future-proofing business models
- Publish thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals and industry whitepapers
- Build cross-functional innovation pipelines integrating R&D, venture capital, and policy advocacy
- Mentor a team of futurist analysts using proprietary foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD or Master's in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or related quantitative field
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology forecasting
- Expertise in horizon scanning, Delphi methods, and systemic trend analysis
- Proven track record of delivering C-level strategic recommendations with measurable impact
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional data visualization and narrative-building skills for complex futures
- Published research in top-tier foresight journals or equivalent industry recognition