Job Description
Shape the future with Horizon Dynamics Group as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking visionary Strategic Futurists to decode emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions before they happen. Join our elite team in Austin's thriving tech ecosystem to develop predictive frameworks that will redefine industries.
What You'll Achieve:
- Lead cutting-edge research on post-2025 technological and social paradigms
- Design strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients navigating 2026+ landscapes
- Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our Austin Innovation Lab
- Present findings at global summits including Davos and TED2026
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research on quantum computing, AI ethics, and biotechnology convergence
- Develop predictive models for climate adaptation and sustainable urban planning
- Produce executive briefings on geopolitical shifts and economic restructuration
- Lead cross-functional workshops with C-suite executives on future-proofing strategies
- Author white papers published in journals like Future Studies Review
- Mentor junior futurists using our proprietary Foresight Methodology™
- Interface with venture capital firms identifying 2026-era unicorns
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or related field with 5+ years experience
- Published research in peer-reviewed journals on long-term trend analysis
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools (e.g., STEEPLE, Delphi method)
- Track record of influencing corporate strategy with 10+ year vision
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (quantum, synthetic biology, AGI)
- Experience with predictive modeling platforms (e.g., Palisade @RISK, AnyLogic)
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex futures into actionable insights