Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our 2026 strategic roadmap and pioneer next-generation solutions. This role merges cutting-edge research with business strategy, shaping how organizations navigate technological disruption, climate resilience, and societal transformation.
As a key member of our Global Innovation Lab, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research institutions, and government agencies to forecast emerging trends and develop actionable frameworks for sustainable growth. Our Austin-based hub offers unparalleled resources for prototyping future scenarios and launching industry-definitive initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis for 2026+ technological, social, and environmental disruptions
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating AI, quantum computing, and climate tech innovations
- Design and facilitate scenario-planning workshops for Fortune 500 clients
- Author forward-looking whitepapers published in peer-reviewed journals
- Build and manage a global network of futurists and domain experts
- Translate complex future scenarios into executable business strategies
- Oversee R&D initiatives for emerging tech adoption frameworks
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven experience with scenario planning and trend methodologies (e.g., Delphi, Horizon Scanning)
- Deep expertise in AI ethics, quantum computing, or climate adaptation technologies
- Published thought leadership in top-tier industry publications
- Exceptional stakeholder management across C-suite, academia, and government
- Proficiency in futures modeling tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis, STEEP)
- Portfolio demonstrating successful 5-10 year strategic implementations