Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we pioneer the next frontier of human progress. As a Senior Futurist Strategist, you'll architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond, leveraging cutting-edge technology and human-centered design to solve humanity's most pressing challenges. We're seeking visionary thinkers who thrive at the intersection of technology, ethics, and societal evolution.
Our Austin-based innovation lab offers unparalleled resources to incubate breakthrough concepts, from quantum computing applications to sustainable urban systems. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, AI pioneers, and industry disruptors to shape tomorrow's reality today.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategic foresight frameworks for 2026 technology adoption patterns
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen human-machine collaboration systems
- Conduct horizon scanning for emerging risks and opportunities in AI, biotech, and climate tech
- Design ethical governance frameworks for autonomous systems and quantum networks
- Present future scenarios to C-suite executives and government innovation boards
- Partner with academic institutions to establish 2026 innovation research agendas
- Mentor junior futurists in systems thinking and scenario planning methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Published research on exponential technologies or societal transformation
- Expertise in scenario planning, systems modeling, and trend analysis
- Deep understanding of quantum computing, synthetic biology, or climate tech
- Proven track record of influencing policy or corporate strategy
- Strong presentation skills with executive-level communication experience