Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our 2026 strategic roadmap and pioneer next-generation solutions for global markets. This role blends cutting-edge research with executive strategy to shape how humanity adapts to technological singularity, climate resilience, and socioeconomic evolution. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, disrupt legacy industries, and influence policy frameworks that will define the next decade.
Our Austin hub offers unparalleled resources including quantum computing labs, neurotech incubators, and direct partnerships with NASA and MIT Media Lab. This isn't just a job—it's your chance to leave an indelible mark on human progress.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026 strategic foresight frameworks for Fortune 500 clients
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping exponential technologies (AI, biotech, quantum)
- Author whitepapers on disruptive trends affecting global supply chains and labor markets
- Design scenario-planning models for climate adaptation and resource optimization
- Present findings to C-suite executives at Davos-level summits
- Maintain proprietary database tracking 500+ emerging technologies
- Advise government bodies on 2026 regulatory frameworks for autonomous systems
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or equivalent strategic foresight certification
- 8+ years experience in innovation strategy at Fortune 100 or Big Tech
- Published research in peer-reviewed journals on technological forecasting
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and systems modeling
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (quantum, AGI, synthetic biology)
- Proven track record of influencing C-suite decisions with data-driven insights
- Proficiency in foresight tools (Horizon Scanning, Delphi Method, Causal Layered Analysis)