Job Description
Join FutureWorks Labs as we redefine tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking visionary 2026 Innovation Strategists to architect breakthrough solutions at the intersection of emerging technologies and human behavior. In this pivotal role, you'll lead cross-functional teams to develop forward-looking roadmaps that position our clients as industry pioneers for the next decade. Your strategic insights will directly shape product roadmaps, investment decisions, and market entry strategies for Fortune 500 companies pioneering the 2026 digital frontier.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year innovation roadmaps for enterprise clients using predictive analytics and trend forecasting
- Lead scenario planning workshops for quantum computing, AI ethics, and biotech convergence
- Conduct competitive landscape analysis for emerging tech markets (2026-2030)
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype next-gen solutions in immersive environments
- Present strategic frameworks to C-suite executives at industry summits
- Manage $2M+ innovation budgets for pilot programs
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic consulting or corporate innovation with Fortune 500 exposure
- Expertise in futures methodologies (horizon scanning, Delphi analysis)
- Proven track record launching tech products with 3+ year ROI cycles
- Certification in emerging technologies (e.g., Blockchain, AR/VR, Quantum)
- Experience with strategic frameworks (Porter's Five Forces, Blue Ocean Strategy)
- PhD or Master's in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field
- Published thought leadership in tech foresight publications