Job Description
Shape tomorrow's landscape today at Horizon Dynamics Group. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to lead our strategic innovation initiatives for the 2026 horizon. This pivotal role requires a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to identify emerging trends, technologies, and market shifts that will redefine industries. Join our elite team of futurists, technologists, and strategists as we build the blueprints for sustainable business evolution in an accelerating world.
Why Join Us? Our Austin headquarters sits at the intersection of cutting-edge research and commercial application. You'll collaborate with Fortune 500 partners, leverage our proprietary foresight frameworks, and influence multi-billion dollar strategic decisions. We offer competitive equity packages, flexible hybrid work arrangements, and dedicated innovation sabbaticals.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and socioeconomic trends impacting 2026+ markets
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks using scenario planning, trend analysis, and system modeling
- Produce actionable innovation roadmaps for C-suite stakeholders across healthcare, energy, and technology sectors
- Manage cross-functional teams of data scientists, designers, and industry specialists
- Present futures intelligence to executive boards and investor forums
- Establish partnerships with research institutions, government agencies, and innovation labs
- Oversee the development of proprietary AI-driven trend forecasting tools
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years of experience in corporate strategy, innovation consulting, or futures research
- Proven track record of implementing foresight methodologies in Fortune 500 environments
- Expertise in scenario planning, systems thinking, and technology adoption curves
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Exceptional data visualization and presentation skills for complex futures narratives
- Published thought leadership in innovation or futurism publications
- Experience with AI-powered trend analysis tools and predictive modeling