Job Description
Join Innovate Tomorrow Labs as a 2026 Strategic Futurist and become the architect of tomorrow. We're seeking visionary minds to decode emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions that will define 2026. Shape our company's future roadmap by analyzing AI, quantum computing, climate tech, and human augmentation trends. This role requires a blend of data-driven foresight, creative problem-solving, and executive communication skills to transform predictions into actionable strategies.
Responsibilities
- Develop predictive models for 2026 market landscapes across tech, healthcare, and energy sectors
- Produce annual 'Future Horizon' reports with data-backed scenarios and risk assessments
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align leadership on emerging technology adoption
- Identify and patent breakthrough innovations with 3-5 year commercialization paths
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, academics, and industry disruptors
- Advise C-suite on strategic pivots and R&D investments for 2026 market dominance
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Portfolio demonstrating published future scenario analyses or trend forecasts
- Expertise in AI/ML, biotech, or clean tech disruption patterns
- Experience with Delphi methodology, horizon scanning, and weak signal analysis
- Exceptional storytelling skills for translating complex futures to executive audiences
- Proficiency in futures simulation tools (e.g., Gazeeter, Foresight Platform)