Job Description
Shape the future as Horizon Dynamics' Senior Futurist for our 2026 strategic initiative. We're seeking a visionary strategist to decode emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions that will define the next decade. This high-impact role requires blending data-driven analysis with creative foresight to position our organization at the forefront of innovation.
You'll lead cross-functional teams in developing scenario-based strategic roadmaps, conduct horizon scanning across biotech, AI, and sustainability sectors, and translate complex futures into actionable business strategies. Your insights will directly influence our product roadmap, investment decisions, and organizational transformation as we prepare for 2026's technological landscape.
Join us in building tomorrow's solutions today in Austin's vibrant tech ecosystem. This hybrid role offers competitive benefits, professional development stipends, and the opportunity to impact global industry trends.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning research to identify disruptive technologies and societal trends impacting 2026 markets
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for C-suite and board stakeholders
- Conduct quantitative/qualitative analysis of emerging industry patterns using proprietary foresight methodologies
- Collaborate with R&D teams to integrate future insights into product development pipelines
- Present future outlooks to executive leadership through compelling narratives and data visualizations
- Mentor junior strategists and establish best practices in strategic foresight
- Publish thought leadership pieces on future-focused industry platforms
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Technology Forecasting, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist roles
- Proven experience developing scenario planning frameworks for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in data analysis tools (Python, R, Tableau) and futures research methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional communication skills translating complex futures into business strategy
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategic foresight publications
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful future-shaping initiatives