Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions. This pivotal role shapes our innovation roadmap while guiding organizations through the pivotal 2026 inflection point. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional think tanks, and pioneer frameworks that define the next decade's competitive landscape. Our award-winning team operates at the intersection of quantum computing, neurotech, and sustainable systems in a state-of-the-art downtown San Francisco facility.
Benefits include equity grants, unlimited learning stipends, and flexible hybrid work arrangements. We champion diversity of thought and offer comprehensive health coverage including mental wellness programs.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain 2026 technology foresight frameworks analyzing AI, biotech, and climate convergence points
- Produce strategic scenario-planning documents for Fortune 500 partners navigating 2026 market transitions
- Lead quarterly 'Horizon Scanning' workshops identifying emerging threats and opportunities
- Author white papers published in industry journals on 2026 workforce transformation
- Design and execute innovation sprints targeting 2026 regulatory and ethical challenges
- Mentor junior futurists while building external partnerships with academic institutions
- Present strategic briefings to executive boards and venture capital partners
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging technology analysis
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership on 2020-2030 technology trends
- Proficiency in scenario planning methodologies (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Experience with AI-driven trend forecasting platforms
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex futures into actionable business strategies
- Portfolio of 2025+ horizon scanning projects
- Exceptional communication skills for C-level audiences