Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as a 2026 Strategic Futurist and architect the tomorrow of tomorrow. We're seeking visionary thinkers to decode emerging technological paradigms and translate them into actionable business strategies that will define the next decade. This role sits at the intersection of AI ethics, quantum computing, and socio-technical evolution.
Why Horizon Dynamics? We're a boutique innovation consultancy partnering with Fortune 500 leaders to navigate exponential change. Our Austin hub offers a dynamic, forward-thinking environment where your ideas directly shape global industries.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026+ technology roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients across AI, biotech, and quantum sectors
- Lead scenario-planning workshops to model societal and economic impacts of emerging technologies
- Produce white papers and executive briefings on paradigm shifts in automation and human-AI collaboration
- Advose C-suite executives on regulatory frameworks for next-gen tech deployment
- Curate annual 'Future State' summits featuring Nobel laureates and industry pioneers
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype ethical AI frameworks for 2026 compliance
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, R&D, or futurist roles with Fortune 500 exposure
- Deep expertise in at least two of: quantum computing, synthetic biology, or decentralized AI
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or top-tier tech publications
- Proven track record advising boards on exponential technology adoption strategies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or equivalent technical field
- Fluency in scenario modeling tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis, Delphi Method)
- Experience with regulatory frameworks (e.g., EU AI Act, US NIST AI RMF)