Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality today. Horizon Dynamics seeks a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to decode emerging technologies and societal shifts for 2026 and beyond. Lead cross-disciplinary teams in developing predictive frameworks that transform industries. Join our Austin-based innovation lab where we blend cutting-edge research with practical business applications.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global tech trends, regulatory shifts, and demographic patterns to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop strategic roadmaps for C-suite clients navigating AI ethics, quantum computing adoption, and climate tech disruptions
- Lead scenario-planning workshops with Fortune 500 executives to stress-test future business models
- Produce whitepapers and thought leadership on singularity governance, neuro-interfaces, and decentralized economies
- Manage a $5M innovation portfolio funding moonshot projects in biotech and space commercialization
- Mentor junior futurists while collaborating with MIT, Stanford, and ETH Zurich research networks
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent with 8+ years in strategic foresight
- Published research on 4IR technologies with proven impact on enterprise decision-making
- Expertise in scenario modeling tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis, Delphi Method)
- Deep understanding of quantum computing, AGI governance frameworks, and climate resilience metrics
- Track record of securing $3M+ in R&D funding for future-focused initiatives
- Portfolio demonstrating foresight projects adopted by Fortune 100 organizations
- Fluency in Spanish, Mandarin, or Arabic for global stakeholder engagement