Job Description
Join Innovatech Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our 2026 strategic roadmap and drive paradigm-shifting initiatives. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to transform emerging trends into actionable business strategies.
As a key architect of our future, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify disruptive technologies, anticipate societal shifts, and position Innovatech as the industry's thought leader. Our dynamic environment rewards bold thinkers who thrive at the intersection of technology, culture, and economics.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 innovation strategy through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify emerging opportunities in AI, biotech, and quantum computing
- Produce annual 'Future State' reports for executive stakeholders and investors
- Build strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Translate complex foresight data into compelling narratives for diverse audiences
- Manage a $5M innovation portfolio with measurable ROI targets
- Mentor junior futurists and establish foresight frameworks across departments
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futurism roles
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial strategies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology, or related field
- Expertise in scenario planning, Delphi methods, and trend analysis tools
- Published thought leadership in futurism or technology journals
- Experience presenting to C-suite and board-level stakeholders
- Deep knowledge of emerging technologies and their societal impacts
- Certification in Foresight or Innovation Management preferred