Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of innovation shaping 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Strategic Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative strategies for our global clientele. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to navigate tomorrow's technological, social, and economic landscapes. Our Austin hub offers an unparalleled environment where your insights will directly influence Fortune 500 companies and disruptors alike.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation labs, and publish proprietary trend reports that define industry trajectories. This isn't just forecasting—it's actively creating the future we'll inhabit.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis across biotechnology, AI ethics, quantum computing, and sustainable economies
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for 2026-2030 market transformations
- Lead client workshops to translate foresight into actionable business strategies
- Author quarterly 'Future Pulse' reports distributed to 500+ enterprise stakeholders
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and academic pioneers
- Advance our proprietary 'Emergent Signals' AI prediction engine
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future studies
- Proven track record of publishing trend analysis with measurable impact
- Expertise in systems thinking and scenario planning methodologies
- MBA or advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Policy, or related field
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (blockchain, synthetic biology, AGI)
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to diverse audiences
- Portfolio of published strategic forecasts or innovation frameworks