Job Description
Shape tomorrow today as a Senior Futurist Strategist for our groundbreaking 2026 Initiative. We're seeking visionary thinkers to decode emerging trends and architect transformative solutions for Fortune 500 clients. Join our interdisciplinary team at the intersection of AI, biotech, and sustainable innovation in Austin's thriving tech ecosystem.
Why Join Horizon Dynamics? We offer equity participation, unlimited PTO, cutting-edge R&D labs, and the opportunity to present at global innovation summits. Our culture blends academic rigor with entrepreneurial agility.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning research to identify disruptive technologies and market shifts
- Develop strategic roadmaps for clients navigating 2026+ digital transformation
- Collaborate with quantum computing and neurotech specialists on speculative scenarios
- Present findings to C-suite executives through immersive data visualizations
- Author thought leadership publications in partnership with MIT Media Lab
- Mentor junior futurists in trend analysis methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD or equivalent experience in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or Complex Systems
- 5+ years at top-tier consultancy or R&D lab (e.g., DARPA, BCG Gamma)
- Published work in peer-reviewed futures journals or major tech publications
- Expertise in predictive modeling using Python/R and network analysis tools
- Deep understanding of exponential technology convergence patterns
- Portfolio demonstrating scenario-planning for multi-trillion dollar markets