Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. to architect the future. We're seeking a forward-thinking Senior Futurist to lead strategic innovation initiatives for 2026 and beyond. You'll drive paradigm-shifting research, collaborate with C-suite executives, and transform emerging technologies into market-ready solutions. This is your chance to shape tomorrow's industries while working in Austin's thriving tech ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Lead multi-year foresight projects analyzing technological, social, and economic trends through 2030
- Develop strategic roadmaps for AI, biotech, and quantum computing integration
- Facilitate executive workshops on scenario planning and disruption forecasting
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype next-gen solutions
- Publish industry-defining whitepapers and thought leadership content
- Mentor cross-functional teams in strategic innovation methodologies
- Build relationships with academic institutions and government innovation labs
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven track record of delivering C-level strategic insights
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling and executive communication skills
- Published author or conference speaker on future trends
- Experience with scenario planning tools and horizon scanning
- Portfolio of strategic transformation initiatives