Job Description
Shape the future as a Senior Futurist Analyst at Horizon Dynamics Group, where we decode tomorrow's opportunities today. We're seeking visionary thinkers to transform emerging trends into strategic advantage for Fortune 500 clients. Join our elite team at the intersection of technology, sociology, and market forecasting to build actionable roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. Enjoy hybrid work, cutting-edge resources, and unparalleled career growth in Austin's innovation hub.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, climate tech, biotech) to forecast 2026 market disruptions
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for C-suite executives in tech and finance sectors
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into product innovation roadmaps
- Author high-impact trend reports published in Harvard Business Review and Wired
- Collaborate with MIT Media Lab on emerging technology validation studies
- Design predictive models using Python, R, and proprietary foresight software
- Mentor junior analysts in horizon scanning methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or innovation research
- Published thought leadership on disruptive technologies
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend impact analysis
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Flourish)
- Experience with quantitative forecasting models and machine learning
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful foresight-to-strategy implementations
- Strong presentation skills to executive audiences