Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Group at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect pathways for our clients' success in 2026 and beyond. This role combines deep analytical rigor with creative foresight to shape industries before they transform. You'll collaborate with Fortune 500 leaders to identify disruptive technologies, societal shifts, and market opportunities that will redefine competitive landscapes. Our Austin-based hub offers unparalleled resources for research and collaboration in a culture that values intellectual curiosity and bold thinking.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies, geopolitical shifts, and socio-cultural trends to forecast market disruptions through 2026
- Develop strategic scenarios and roadmaps for clients across tech, healthcare, and sustainability sectors
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable business strategies
- Author high-impact trend reports and predictive models for executive decision-making
- Partner with R&D teams to validate future-viability of innovation pipelines
- Represent the firm at global futurist conferences and thought leadership forums
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field with 7+ years experience
- Proven track record of forecasting market shifts with documented impact on client outcomes
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and systems thinking methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing, clean energy)
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to executive audiences
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategy publications
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., Horizon Scanning, Delphi Method, Causal Layered Analysis)