Job Description
Join Innovate Tomorrow Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and shape our next-generation roadmap. This role blends cutting-edge research with actionable strategy, requiring an expert who thrives at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and sustainability. You'll lead initiatives that transform abstract concepts into market-ready innovations while mentoring cross-functional teams to embrace future-forward thinking.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research across AI, biotech, climate tech, and space exploration to identify 2026 opportunity vectors
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for product roadmaps and market entry strategies
- Partner with C-suite to integrate future insights into quarterly business reviews
- Lead cross-functional 'Future Labs' workshops to prototype 2026 solutions
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote at industry summits
- Build and maintain an expert network of futurists, academics, and disruptors
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic planning with Fortune 500 or high-growth tech startups
- Proven track record of translating trend analysis into commercialized innovations
- Expertise in systems thinking, scenario planning, and trend mapping methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology, etc.)
- Exceptional communication skills with executive audiences and diverse stakeholders
- Published author or frequent speaker at future-focused conferences