Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of innovation as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Strategic Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect tomorrow's business landscapes. This role blends data science, cultural anthropology, and strategic foresight to transform uncertainty into opportunity. Work with Fortune 500 clients to build resilient futures in AI, biotechnology, and sustainable infrastructure. Your insights will directly shape multi-billion dollar investment decisions.
Our Austin hub offers a collaborative environment where futurists, engineers, and designers co-create. We provide competitive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to speak at global innovation forums.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends to develop 3-5 year strategic foresight frameworks
- Lead scenario planning workshops for C-suite executives in Fortune 500 companies
- Quantify market opportunities in emerging tech sectors (quantum computing, neurotech)
- Produce actionable whitepapers on societal shifts impacting 2026 business models
- Design innovation roadmaps for sustainable infrastructure and circular economy initiatives
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-state solutions
- Present findings to investors and board members with compelling visual narratives
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Expertise in horizon scanning methodologies and scenario planning frameworks
- Proven ability to translate complex data into executive-level insights
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Experience with quantitative trend analysis tools (e.g., Palantir, Tableau)
- Exceptional presentation skills with 20+ executive workshops delivered
- Portfolio published in peer-reviewed futures journals or industry whitepapers