Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs as we pioneer the frontiers of tomorrow. We seek a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to architect our next decade's growth trajectory. This pivotal role demands a forward-thinking architect who can decode emerging trends, disrupt conventional paradigms, and transform abstract possibilities into actionable blueprints. If you thrive at the intersection of technology foresight and business strategy, this is your moment to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive 2026 technology and societal foresight framework
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive opportunities and risks
- Produce high-impact scenario planning documents for executive leadership
- Establish strategic partnerships with emerging technology incubators
- Present future trend analyses to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Drive innovation pipeline development for 2026 product roadmaps
- Monitor global macro shifts affecting industry ecosystems
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven track record of translating future trends into business strategy
- Expertise in AI, biotech, quantum computing, or climate tech domains
- Exceptional systems thinking and scenario modeling capabilities
- Published thought leadership in future studies or business journals
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Business Strategy, or relevant technical field
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from AC/FS) preferred