Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our 2026 strategic roadmap, transforming how humanity interacts with emerging technologies. This role sits at the intersection of artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and sustainable systems, requiring a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight. You'll lead cross-functional teams to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities while mitigating existential risks in our rapidly evolving digital landscape. Our Austin hub offers unparalleled resources for experimentation and collaboration with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors. If you thrive at the bleeding edge of possibility, this is your moment to define the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Develop and publish quarterly 2026 technology impact forecasts with 95% confidence intervals
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for C-suite executives on quantum computing applications
- Architect ethical frameworks for AI-human symbiosis in post-2025 workplaces
- Partner with MIT Media Lab on 6G infrastructure prototyping for 2026 deployment
- Author white papers on neuro-ethical implications of brain-compute interfaces
- Manage $2M innovation fund for 2026 pilot projects in carbon-neutral tech
- Represent company at Davos and World Economic Forum 2026 policy summits
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or equivalent with 8+ years experience
- Published research on exponential technology adoption curves (2018-2023)
- Proven track record in strategic foresight for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in quantum machine learning and synthetic biology convergence
- Fluency in Python, R, and causal inference modeling tools
- Deep understanding of UN SDGs and their 2030 implications for 2026 planning
- Public speaking record at ≥3 major global tech conferences (2021-2023)