Job Description
Join NextGen Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our 2026 roadmap. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic execution to position us as industry pioneers. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, your impact here will redefine what's possible.
Our ideal candidate doesn't just predict the future—they create it. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to translate foresight into actionable innovation frameworks while leading cross-functional teams through paradigm shifts. This isn't just a job; it's your chance to shape the decade's most disruptive technologies.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging global trends in biotech, AI, and sustainable technologies to identify strategic opportunities
- Develop and implement 5-year innovation roadmaps aligned with organizational vision
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for executive leadership and key stakeholders
- Partner with R&D teams to integrate future insights into product development pipelines
- Monitor competitive landscapes and disruptor ecosystems to anticipate market shifts
- Present foresight findings through compelling executive presentations and white papers
- Build and manage an external network of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or corporate strategy
- Proven track record developing long-term roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional communication skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-strategy implementation
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFIP) or innovation management