Job Description
Join InnovateFuture Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and drive disruptive innovation across emerging technologies. This role combines cutting-edge foresight with actionable strategy, positioning us as industry leaders in the AI-driven, sustainable economy of the near future.
Why this role matters: As our 2026 Vision Lead, you'll translate complex future scenarios into executable business strategies, shaping product development, market positioning, and organizational growth through 2030 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain the 2026-2030 technology foresight framework using trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align leadership on future opportunities and risks
- Produce annual 'Future State' reports with actionable recommendations for R&D, product, and market teams
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Quantify future market opportunities through predictive modeling and data analytics
- Represent the company at global futurism conferences and thought leadership forums
- Mentor junior strategists in future-focused methodologies
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or technology trend analysis
- Proven expertise in scenario planning, Delphi methods, and horizon scanning
- Deep knowledge of emerging technologies: AGI, quantum computing, synthetic biology, climate tech
- Exceptional communication skills with executive presence
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategy publications
- Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and predictive modeling
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful future-oriented strategy implementations