Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs as we pioneer the future! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to decode emerging trends and shape our roadmap for the next frontier of technology. This role requires blending analytical rigor with creative foresight to identify opportunities that will define the next decade.
In this pivotal position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop forward-looking strategies, conduct horizon scanning, and translate complex technological shifts into actionable business initiatives. Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of innovation and practical application.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning for 2026+ trends in AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology
- Develop scenario-based strategic models for market disruption
- Present future insights to executive leadership and board members
- Coordinate cross-functional innovation sprints with R&D teams
- Author annual 'Future State' whitepapers for industry stakeholders
- Build and maintain a global network of futurist thought leaders
- Advise product development teams on emerging tech integration
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future studies
- Proven track record of predicting industry-shifting trends
- Expertise in systems thinking and scenario planning methodologies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- Published thought leadership in futurism or technology journals
- Proficiency in trend analysis tools (e.g., Gartner Hype Cycle, Deloitte Tech Trends)
- Exceptional storytelling skills for communicating complex futures
- Experience advising Fortune 500 executives on strategic positioning