Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect the next wave of technological and societal evolution. Shape how businesses navigate the convergence of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable innovation while leading cross-disciplinary teams to build actionable roadmaps for the post-2025 landscape.
Responsibilities
- Develop predictive frameworks for 2026+ technology adoption and market disruption
- Lead scenario planning workshops with C-suite executives on climate-tech integration
- Produce trend reports on neuromorphic computing and decentralized economies
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype quantum-resistant security solutions
- Advantage policy recommendations for ethical AI governance frameworks
- Mentor junior futurists in horizon scanning methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or equivalent
- 5+ years in strategic foresight or innovation consulting
- Published research on emerging tech (blockchain, biotech, AGI)
- Proficiency in horizon scanning tools (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Experience with scenario planning for Fortune 500 clients
- Certification in AI ethics or sustainable development preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating 2025+ forecasting accuracy