Job Description
Shape tomorrow's business landscape today. Horizon Dynamics Group seeks a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to lead our 2026 innovation roadmap. You'll decode emerging trends, design next-generation solutions, and position industry leaders at the forefront of technological evolution. Join our elite team of futurists working at the intersection of AI, biotech, and sustainable development.
This role demands cross-disciplinary expertise and the ability to translate complex foresight into actionable strategies. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global think tanks to build resilient futures. We offer unparalleled opportunities to influence industries while working in Austin's thriving innovation ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Lead comprehensive trend analysis for 2026+ technological and societal shifts
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for Fortune 500 clients
- Design innovation roadmaps integrating quantum computing, neurotech, and climate adaptation
- Present foresight findings to executive stakeholders and industry conferences
- Build proprietary foresight methodologies using AI-driven analytics
- Lead cross-functional teams executing future-proofing initiatives
- Publish thought leadership in peer-reviewed futurism journals
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or related field
- Expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and backcasting methodologies
- Proficiency in AI trend analysis tools (e.g., GPT-4, Trendalyzer)
- Published work in foresight or strategic innovation (peer-reviewed preferred)
- Experience advising C-suite on exponential technology adoption
- Deep understanding of convergence technologies (NBIC, AI, blockchain)