Job Description
Join FutureWorks Global as we pioneer the next frontier of human potential. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging societal, technological, and economic paradigms. This role demands an architect of tomorrow who can translate future possibilities into actionable strategies for Fortune 500 clients. You'll collaborate with quantum computing researchers, neuroscientists, and climate economists to shape sustainable blueprints for 2026 and beyond.
What you'll achieve:
• Lead cross-disciplinary foresight initiatives analyzing AI governance, bio-integration, and interstellar colonization trends
• Develop predictive models for 2026 workforce evolution and ethical automation frameworks
• Architect 'future-proof' corporate resilience strategies against geopolitical and technological disruptions
• Publish annual 'Horizon 2026' trend report read by C-suite executives worldwide
• Mentor junior futurists in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
Responsibilities
- Design and execute horizon scanning initiatives identifying disruptive 2026-relevant technologies
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks for clients preparing for post-singularity economies
- Lead cross-functional workshops mapping 2026 societal scenarios (climate adaptation, space habitats)
- Produce evidence-based trend briefings for board-level decision-making
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype 2026-ready solutions
- Establish global foresight networks with academic and industry thought leaders
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or equivalent interdisciplinary field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futurism research
- Published work on 2025+ technological or societal transformation scenarios
- Expertise in systems thinking, scenario planning, and probabilistic forecasting
- Deep understanding of quantum computing, biotechnology, and AI ethics intersections
- Portfolio demonstrating 2026-focused strategic recommendations
- Experience advising C-suite on exponential technology implications