Job Description
Join NextGen Innovations as we pioneer the frontiers of 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Futurist Strategist to architect transformative roadmaps at the intersection of emerging technologies and human evolution. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to shape our decade-long innovation agenda.
As a key architect of our 2026 vision, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D labs, and global thought leaders to decode disruptive trends and develop actionable strategies that position us at the vanguard of technological advancement.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026+ technology roadmaps using predictive analytics and scenario planning
- Lead horizon scanning for emerging innovations (quantum, biotech, AI ethics)
- Design strategic frameworks for exponential technology adoption
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops on future-proofing organizational capabilities
- Author thought leadership on 2026 industry disruption scenarios
- Partner with venture capital teams to identify 2026-era investment opportunities
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech architecture
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Experience with horizon scanning frameworks (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Exceptional presentation skills for executive audiences
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Strategy, or related field
- Published work on long-term technology impact (2020-2030)