Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. This role blends deep analytical rigor with creative foresight to shape industries before they exist. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies to navigate technological disruptions, market shifts, and societal transformations. Our Austin hub offers dynamic hybrid work, cutting-edge research tools, and unparalleled opportunities to influence the future.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify and quantify emerging technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026 landscapes
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks for enterprise clients, translating complex data into actionable innovation roadmaps
- Facilitate executive workshops on scenario planning and risk mitigation for disruptive futures
- Author high-impact trend reports and white papers published in industry-leading journals
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and domain experts
- Mentor junior strategists while pioneering new methodologies in predictive analysis
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology trend analysis
- Proven track record of delivering actionable insights for Fortune 500 clients
- Expertise in systems thinking, scenario planning, and quantitative trend modeling
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional communication skills with executive audiences and diverse stakeholders
- Portfolio of published foresight work and thought leadership pieces