Job Description
Join InnovateFuture Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect the next decade of innovation. In this pivotal role, you'll bridge cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy, positioning our organization as the industry's pioneer. Collaborate with C-suite executives to translate foresight into sustainable growth initiatives while leading cross-functional teams through complex future-scaping projects. This is your chance to shape how businesses evolve in an era of unprecedented technological and societal shifts.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026+ strategic roadmaps using horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead scenario planning workshops for executive leadership on disruptive technologies
- Author quarterly future-state briefings on AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Partner with R&D to translate foresight into product innovation pipelines
- Establish industry-recognized thought leadership via whitepapers and keynote presentations
- Design ethical frameworks for emerging technology adoption
- Mentor junior futurists in predictive modeling methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futurist roles
- Expertise in horizon scanning, Delphi methods, and trend impact analysis
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial strategy
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published work in peer-reviewed futurism journals or industry publications
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Experience leading cross-organizational transformation initiatives
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from AC/FS or similar)