Job Description
Join our elite 2026 Innovation Lab as we architect tomorrow's breakthrough technologies today. Horizon Dynamics Inc. seeks a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to lead our cross-disciplinary teams in developing next-generation solutions for quantum computing, biotech integration, and sustainable urban systems. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with market-ready innovation, requiring both deep technical expertise and transformative foresight.
Positioned at the intersection of technology and societal evolution, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, startup incubators, and Fortune 500 partners to shape the decade's most impactful innovations. Our Austin-based headquarters offers unparalleled resources including quantum simulation labs and AI prototyping suites.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify emerging technologies with 2026 commercialization potential
- Develop strategic roadmaps for quantum-biotech convergence systems
- Facilitate cross-industry workshops with C-suite executives on future-proofing business models
- Author white papers on AI ethics and autonomous system governance frameworks
- Manage $2M+ R&D budgets for prototype development and validation
- Mentor junior futurists in predictive modeling and scenario planning methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD or equivalent in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or Quantum Computing
- 10+ years in strategic innovation roles at Fortune 500 or unicorn startups
- Published research in Nature/Science on technology adoption forecasting
- Expertise in Monte Carlo simulation and causal inference modeling
- Experience with quantum computing platforms (IBM Q, Rigetti) or CRISPR systems
- Proven track record of launching products with 5+ year market impact
- Certification in Technology Foresight (TFI) or Strategic Foresight (APF)