Job Description
Join InnovateFuture Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities! We seek a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our roadmap for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role blends foresight research with actionable strategy, ensuring our leadership in an evolving technological landscape.
As a key member of our Global Innovation Lab, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to anticipate disruptive forces, identify transformational opportunities, and guide R&D investments. Ideal candidates thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to forecast market shifts through 2026
- Develop innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term business objectives
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable initiatives
- Present strategic insights to executive stakeholders and external partners
- Build scenario-planning models for potential future disruptions
- Manage a portfolio of experimental projects with 18-24 month horizons
- Author thought leadership pieces on future-of-work implications
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- 5+ years in innovation strategy, R&D, or futurist consulting
- Proven experience with trend analysis and scenario planning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impact
- Exceptional storytelling skills for communicating complex futures
- Certification in foresight or innovation management preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-shaping initiatives
- Experience in fast-paced tech or Fortune 500 environments