Job Description
Join InnovateX Labs as we pioneer the next frontier of human advancement. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role demands a blend of foresight, strategic acumen, and disruptive thinking to transform emerging technologies into transformative business opportunities.
You'll lead cross-functional initiatives, collaborate with industry pioneers, and shape our innovation ecosystem. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your chance to define tomorrow's landscape.
Responsibilities
- Research and analyze emerging technologies, societal trends, and global megatrends to inform 2026+ strategic vision
- Develop comprehensive innovation roadmaps integrating AI, biotech, quantum computing, and sustainable tech
- Lead cross-functional workshops to cultivate future-thinking culture across the organization
- Present strategic recommendations to C-suite executives and board members
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation hubs
- Monitor global disruption indicators and provide early-warning systems for market shifts
- Translate complex futures scenarios into actionable business strategies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futures research
- Proven track record of developing and implementing 5-10 year strategic visions
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional communication skills with executive presence
- Portfolio demonstrating futures-thinking projects and published research
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFSD) required