Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect our next-generation roadmap. In this pivotal role, you'll decode emerging technologies, market disruptions, and societal shifts to shape our innovation horizon. Collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional teams, and transform foresight into actionable strategy that positions us as industry pioneers for 2026 and beyond. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and exponential growth, this is your moment to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive 2026 technology foresight framework
- Identify and analyze emerging trends across AI, quantum computing, biotech, and climate tech
- Create scenario-based strategic roadmaps for product development and market expansion
- Lead executive workshops on future-proofing business models and organizational structures
- Establish innovation partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Produce annual 'State of 2026' reports for stakeholders and investors
- Mentor teams in future-thinking methodologies and innovation culture
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation management, or futurism
- Expertise in scenario planning and technology trend analysis
- Proven track record of translating foresight into market-leading strategies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Exceptional communication skills for complex stakeholder alignment
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFIP) preferred
- Experience leading global teams across tech and business domains