Job Description
Join Innovate Future Labs as we shape tomorrow's landscape today. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to lead our 2026 innovation roadmap, blending cutting-edge technology with human-centric design. This role sits at the intersection of AI, biotech, and sustainability, requiring you to decode emerging trends and transform them into actionable strategies. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 partners while leveraging our proprietary forecasting platforms. If you're passionate about redefining what's possible, this is your chance to build the future.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis for 2026+ technological paradigms
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for quantum computing and neural interfaces
- Facilitate cross-functional innovation sprints with R&D and product teams
- Present future-state insights to executive stakeholders and board members
- Build and maintain ecosystem partnerships with academic institutions and startups
- Author thought leadership publications on emerging technology ethics
- Oversee the implementation of pilot programs for breakthrough innovations
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging tech roles
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Proven track record of translating complex trends into business strategies
- Expertise in AI, biotech, and climate tech convergence landscapes
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive-level experience
- Published thought leadership in industry publications (e.g., MIT Tech Review)
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., CSFI or APF)
- Portfolio demonstrating scenario planning and trend impact analysis