Job Description
Join InnovateNext as a 2026 Futurist Strategist and architect the next frontier of human progress. We're seeking a visionary thinker to decode emerging trends, pioneer disruptive technologies, and shape our decade-long roadmap. This role blends foresight with execution, requiring you to navigate quantum computing, AI ethics, and biotech breakthroughs while driving cross-industry innovation. If you thrive at the intersection of science, business, and societal transformation, this is your moment to define tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 innovation roadmap across quantum computing, AI, and biotechnology sectors
- Lead horizon scanning for emerging trends, patent landscapes, and disruptive technologies
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to integrate future-focused strategies into core business operations
- Author thought leadership reports and present findings to Fortune 500 partners and investors
- Manage a multidisciplinary team of futurists, data scientists, and industry specialists
- Establish ethical frameworks for emerging technologies and societal impact assessments
- Drive partnerships with academic institutions and government innovation labs
Qualifications
- PhD or Master's degree in Futurology, Systems Engineering, or related quantitative field
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, R&D leadership, or technology foresight roles
- Published research or proven track record in predicting technological disruptions
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and technology roadmapping
- Deep knowledge of quantum computing, AI ethics, or synthetic biology
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex concepts for diverse audiences
- Experience managing cross-functional teams and high-stakes innovation projects
- Portfolio demonstrating impact on future-oriented initiatives or patents