Job Description
Step into the future with InnovateX Labs as our Senior Futurist! We're seeking a visionary thinker to lead our strategic foresight initiatives and shape our 2026 roadmap. This role combines cutting-edge research, strategic innovation, and transformative leadership to position our company at the forefront of emerging technologies and societal trends. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, spearhead breakthrough research initiatives, and drive the development of next-generation solutions that redefine industries. Join us in building tomorrow's reality today.
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic foresight initiatives to map 2026 technology and market trends
- Develop and execute innovation roadmaps for emerging domains (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Partner with executive leadership to align organizational strategy with future opportunities
- Conduct horizon scanning and scenario planning for disruptive forces
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping future-proof solutions
- Present visionary insights to stakeholders through compelling narratives
- Establish industry thought leadership through white papers and keynote presentations
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused technology
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- Proven track record of developing and implementing 5+ year strategic plans
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex concepts
- Experience leading high-impact cross-functional teams
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Futures Studies preferred