Job Description
InnovateFuture Inc. is revolutionizing how organizations prepare for tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to lead our strategic foresight initiatives as we navigate the transformative landscape of 2026 and beyond. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative vision to decode emerging trends, technological disruptions, and societal shifts that will redefine industries.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop actionable future scenarios, influencing product roadmaps and innovation strategies. Our Austin-based hub offers unparalleled access to tech pioneers and a dynamic culture where your insights directly shape the future. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and long-term strategy, this is your opportunity to become a catalyst for change.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing) and societal trends to forecast 2026+ market disruptions
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks for executive decision-making and innovation pipelines
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed future-thinking into organizational DNA
- Produce high-impact scenario reports and trend briefings for key stakeholders
- Build and maintain global network of futurists, technologists, and industry disruptors
- Advise on long-term R&D investments and market entry strategies
- Monitor geopolitical shifts and their implications on business resilience
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology, or Strategic Planning (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and systems thinking
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Proven track record of translating future insights into executable strategies
- Exceptional communication skills with executive presence
- Published thought leadership in futurism or technology forecasting