Job Description
Join Innovate Future Labs as a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist and help shape tomorrow's technological landscape today. We're seeking an innovative thinker to lead cutting-edge research and strategic initiatives at the intersection of emerging technologies and market evolution. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to influence industry trends while working with world-class teams in our state-of-the-art San Francisco headquarters.
Responsibilities
- Develop forward-looking market analyses and technology roadmaps for 2026+ horizon
- Lead cross-functional innovation workshops with C-suite executives and R&D teams
- Identify and evaluate emerging technologies with disruptive potential
- Produce strategic foresight reports for Fortune 500 clients
- Build and maintain relationships with global tech pioneers and academic institutions
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for long-term business resilience
- Mentor junior futurists and foster a culture of innovation
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology Forecasting, Futures Studies, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Deep expertise in AI, quantum computing, or biotech convergence trends
- Proven track record of delivering C-level strategic recommendations
- Exceptional data visualization and scenario modeling capabilities
- Published thought leadership in tech futurism (IEEE, MIT Press, etc.)
- Fluency in futures research methodologies (Delphi, Horizon Scanning)