Job Description
Join InnovateFuture Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect the next decade of innovation. This role blends analytical rigor with creative foresight to transform disruptive technologies into market-leading opportunities. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional think tanks, and publish groundbreaking white papers that shape industry discourse.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy. You'll leverage proprietary AI-driven trend forecasting tools while maintaining human-centric design principles. This is your chance to build the future, not just predict it.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning for emerging tech (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal shifts
- Develop 5-10 year strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote presentations
- Facilitate scenario-planning workshops with executive teams
- Build and manage a global network of futurist researchers
- Translate complex futures into actionable business strategies
- Advect venture portfolio decisions through trend analysis
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Published author in futures/technology publications (e.g., HBR, Wired)
- Expertise in trend mapping methodologies (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Proficiency in futures simulation tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful long-term strategy implementations
- Exceptional storytelling ability to translate futures into compelling narratives