Job Description
Join our elite team shaping tomorrow's innovations today. As a Senior Futurist for the 2026 Initiative, you'll spearhead groundbreaking research and strategic frameworks that will redefine technological landscapes. This role demands visionary thinking and cross-disciplinary expertise to anticipate emerging trends and develop actionable blueprints for the future.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics, with a proven ability to translate foresight into business value. You'll collaborate with Fortune 500 partners, publish thought leadership, and mentor next-generation innovators in a dynamic, Silicon Valley environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead multi-year horizon scanning initiatives identifying disruptive technologies and societal shifts
- Develop strategic roadmaps for clients navigating 2026+ market landscapes
- Design and execute scenario-planning workshops for C-suite executives
- Author white papers and keynote presentations at global innovation forums
- Build and manage a network of industry futurists and academic pioneers
- Quantify future risks/opportunities through data-driven modeling
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future studies
- Advanced degree in relevant field (e.g., Futures Studies, Systems Thinking)
- Published author in peer-reviewed futurist journals or industry publications
- Expertise in emerging tech domains (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools and trend analysis methodologies
- Track record of advising C-level executives on long-term strategy
- Exceptional presentation skills with 50+ keynote presentations